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TEENS PLEAD GUILTY IN DEATH OF SCRANTON POLICE PATROLMAN JOHN WILDING

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Defendants to spend 9-18 years in prison for murder, robbery BY JOSEPH KOHUT STAFF WRITER

Patrice Wilding hopes God can forgive the three teens responsible for her brother’s death. She can’t. Not now. She and others from slain Scranton police Patrolman John Wilding’s family laid bare their grief Thursday in Lackawanna County Court, the end of a whirlwind day which abruptly brought plea deals, a sentencing and the end to a two-year saga. “You need to hear the hurt you caused,” Police Chief Carl Graziano told the three defendants before they were sentenced. “I don’t know you know that ... I pray you do.” Tanner Curtis, Isiah Edwards and Nasiir Jones, all 19, stood before Senior Judge Carmen D. Minora and pleaded guilty to robbery and third-degree murder. The judge then accepted the penalty agreed upon by the defense attorneys and district attorney’s office, sentencing the trio to nine to 18 years in state prison. After incarceration, the three will spend seven years under stringent probation. They will also receive credit for the two years they’ve spent in jail waiting for trial.

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Mary Wilding, mother of Scranton police Patrolman John Wilding, embraces her daughter, Patrice, Thursday at the Lackawanna County Courthouse in Scranton.

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A memorial to Scranton police Patrolman John Wilding is displayed at Scranton Police Headquarters on Thursday. Slated for trial on charges of second-degree murder, they potentially faced several decades in prison if convicted. Please see WILDING, Page A5

‘If you can come out of this a better man, striving to be like John, then maybe, someday, the family can forgive you.’ Senior Judge Carmen D. Minora

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Crews probe floodwaters for survivors and bodies Storm death toll stands at 32 but is expected to climb. BY JEFF AMY AND MATT SEDENSKY ASSOCIATED PRESS

HOUSTON — Rescuers be gan a block-by-block search of tens of thousands of Houston homes Thursday, pounding on doors and shouting as they looked for anyone — alive or dead — who might have been left

INSIDE: Volatile compounds explode at Houston chemical plant. A8 behind in Harvey’s fetid floodwaters, which have now damaged more than 87,000 homes and destroyed nearly 7,000 statewide. Elsewhere, the loss of power at a flood-crippled chemical plant set off explosions and a fire, and the city of Beaumont, near the TexasLouisiana line, lost its public

water supply. The remnants of the storm pushed deeper inland, raising the risk of flooding as far north as Kentucky. More than 200 firefighters, police officers and members of an urban search-and-rescue team fanned out across the Meyerland neighborhood for survivors or bodies. They yelled “Fire department!” as they pounded with closed fists on doors, peered through GERALD HERBERT / ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Cars drive through flooded streets Thursday in Orange, Texas.

Judge denies nearly $1M in legal fees as ‘outrageously excessive’ Scranton law firm billed for over 2,500 hours of work on insurance case. BY TERRIE MORGAN-BESECKER STAFF WRITER

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netted its client just $125,000. In a scathing, 100-page opinion, U.S. District Judge Malachy Mannion said the fees sought by attorney Michael Pisanchyn and his co-counsel, Marsha Lee Albright, are “mind boggling,”

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should be sanctioned. “The plaintiff’s counsel billed approximately 2,583 hours for working on this case alone,” Mannion said in the opinion filed Tuesday. “Assuming an eight-hour billable work day, this would mean that the plaintiff’s counsel worked on nothing

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else but his case, every day, for approximately 323 days.” C o n t a c t e d T h u r s d a y, Pisanchyn passionately defended his work on the case, which involved a Monroe County man who sued an insurance company. Please see FEES, Page A5

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Almanac Today is Friday, Sept. 1, the 244th day of 2017. There are 121 days left in the year. In 1939, World War II began as Nazi Germany invaded Poland. In 1945, Americans received word of Japan’s formal surrender that ended World War II. In 1969, a coup in Libya brought Moammar Gadhafi to power. In 1983, 269 people were killed when a Korean Air Lines Boeing 747 was shot down by a Soviet jet fighter after the airliner entered Soviet airspace. In 1987, peace demonstrator S. Brian Willson lost his lower legs when he was hit by a train at the Concord Naval Weapons Station in California while protesting weapons shipments to Central America. In 1995, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum in Cleveland. Today's Birthdays

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Members of the Girl’s Night Out nonprofit raise money for the Arc of Northeast Pennsylvania in May. Front, from left: Monica Scaduto, Carol Burke, Corolla Sawka, Betsy Youngblood and Aimee Scaduto. Second row: Sandi Korshnak and Peggy Tenelly. Back row: JoAnne Wright, Eileen Rempe, Helga Harrington, Nancy Crafferty, Eileen Williams, Betty Moreken, Ellen Matone and Marianne Acker.

Main speaker announced Retired Army Staff Sgt. Earl Granville will be the main speaker during the 9/11 Memorial Committee’s annual observance of the 2001 terror attacks. For nine years, Granville served in the military, and lost his leg in a roadside bomb attack in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom. An adaptive athlete, KATHLEEN Granville BOLUS speaks to Name dropper veterans groups, has competed by hand bicycle in several adaptive marathons and holds the Combat Infantryman’s Badge and the Purple Heart. Rabbi Moshe Saks, the spiritual leader of Temple Israel of Scranton, will provide the invocation and benediction; Ashley DeFlice, committee vocalist, will sing the National Anthem; the Scranton High School Chorus will perform along with the Fireman’s Bell Ceremony. The free and open to the public event will be held on

attended the organization’s annual event at the Hilton Scranton & Conference Center on May 2. “We have so many vendors, and so many guests that come back year after year to support us, no matter the cause,” said Korshnak, president. “We truly appreciate all of the support that we get from the community.” Girl’s Night Out is a nonprofit organization. Their 2018 annual event scheduled for May 1 will benefit Make-A-Wish Greater Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

Lifelong friends, from left: Mike Castellano, the Rev. Jim Marsh and Charlie Tansits, take a break during their daily walk at Lake Scranton. Monday, Sept. 11 at 8 a.m. at McDade Park’s monument.

Take a walk For nearly 35 years, longtime friends Mike Castellano, 92, the Rev. Jim Marsh, 83, and Charlie Tansits, 96, have been taking walks together. They meet daily at Lake Scranton to walk and enjoy each other’s company and continuing friendship. Castellano is a retired mailman from Scranton; Marsh, a retired Presbyterian minister from Clarks Summit; and Tansits, a

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High notes The Girl’s Night Out foundation raised $7,200 for the Arc of Northeastern Pennsylvania. Members Monica Scaduto, Carol Burke, Corolla Sawka, Betsy Youngblood, Aimee Scaduto, Sandi Korshnak, Peggy Tenelly, JoAnne Wright, Eileen Rempe, Helga Harrington, Nancy Crafferty, Eileen Williams, Betty Moreken, Ellen Matone and Marianne Acker

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Retired Army Staff Sgt. Earl Granville will speak during the 9/11 Memorial Committee’s annual observance of the terror attacks.

Minicozzi memorial run/walk set for Saturday Race committee members have finalized plans for the sixth annual Capt. James R. Minicozzi Memorial 5K Run/1 Mile Walk taking place Saturday during La Festa Italiana. You can register online at runsignup.com or go to lafestaitaliana.org. Registration is available on race day from 8 to 9:30 a.m. at Linden Street and North Washington Avenue. Front row, from left: Natalie Colarossi; Sue Marullo; and Jennifer Roche and Leslie Minicozzi Galacci, holding photo of Capt. Minicozzi. Back Row: John Trapani; UNICO Scranton Chapter president; Mary Marrara and Gail Cicerini.

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Actor George Maharis is 89. Conductor Seiji Ozawa is 82. Attorney and law professor Alan Dershowitz is 79. Comedian-actress Lily Tomlin is 78. Actor Don Stroud is 74. Conductor Leonard Slatkin is 73. Singer Archie Bell is 73. Singer Barry Gibb is 71. Rock musician Greg Errico is 69. Talk show host Dr. Phil McGraw is 67. Singer Gloria Estefan is 60. Former White House Press Secretary Dee Dee Myers is 56. Jazz musician Boney James is 56. Singermusician Grant Lee Phillips (Grant Lee Buffalo) is 54. Country singer-songwriter Charlie Robison is 53. Retired NBA AllStar Tim Hardaway is 51. Rap DJ Spigg Nice (Lost Boyz) is 47. Actor Ricardo Antonio Chavira is 46. Actor Maury Sterling is 46. Rock singer JD Fortune is 44. Actor Scott Speedman is 42. Country singer Angaleena Presley (Pistol Annies) is 41.

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NEW YORK — Prince didn’t have an orange crush — purple was his favorite color, according to his half-sister Sharon Nelson. Sharon Nelson said in a statement to The Associated Press on Thursday that “contrary to what has been said, purple was and is Prince’s color.” Tyka Nelson, Prince’s only full sibling, told the London Evening Standard in a story published Aug. 21 that though people associate purple with the singer, his favorite color was orange. The news came as a shock since Prince, who died last year, regularly wore purple, was known as The Purple One and had massive success with “Purple Rain” — the song, soundtrack and ﬁlm. Sharon Nelson, Prince’s eldest sibling, said though the late icon “was fond of many colors in the rainbow, he especially loved the color purple because it represented royalty.”

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Mayoral candidate off ballot Judge rules St. Fleur’s nominating petition lacks valid signatures BY JEFF HORVATH STAFF WRITER

Another Scranton mayoral candidate is off the November ballot, creating a rematch between Democratic Mayor Bill Courtright and attorney ST. FLEUR Jim Mulligan, the Republican nominee. Gary St. Fleur, 33, a writer and Libertarian Party candidate, did not get the required number of valid signatures on

7 his nominating papers to appear on the Nov. 7 ballot, Lackawanna County Senior Judge Robert Mazzoni ruled Thursday. Republican voters Barbara Marinucci and William Lodge challenged 78 of the 210 signatures on St. Fleur’s nominating papers. They mainly contended St. Fleur and another candidate — pizzeria owner and Independent candidate Giovanni Piccolino, 41, who dropped out of the race on

Aug. 15 amid the challenge — lacked the necessary 169 valid voter signatures on their nominating papers because many signers weren’t registered to vote, listed the wrong home address, wrote names and addresses illegibly, or signed without dating the signature. While St. Fleur defended the signatures before the judge on Aug. 15, Mazzoni ultimately found that 53 of the original 78 challenges had merit. After striking the 53 names from his nominating papers, St. Fleur has just 159 valid signatures left — below the necessary number

to appear on the ballot. Marinucci and Lodge also claimed St. Fleur filed his nominating papers late but Mazzoni disagreed and found they were filed timely. Saying he had not seen the ruling keeping him off the ballot, St. Fleur declined comment Thursday. Efforts to reach Courtright and Mulligan were unsuccessful. Mazzoni’s ruling paves the way for a head-to-head rematch of the 2013 general election for mayor. In that year, Courtright, who was city tax

collector, defeated three others in the Democratic primary. Mulligan had not run in the 2013 Republican primary, but got into the mayoral race in August 2013 after the GOP primary winner, Gary Lewis, dropped out the prior month. In the 2013 general election, Courtright received 8,782 votes to beat Mulligan, who got 7,229 votes, a difference of 1,553 votes, or 55 percent to 45 percent. This year, in the May primary election, Courtright and Mulligan each ran uncontested for their party’s nominations.

Piccolino initially filed to run as a Republican in the 2017 primary, until three Republicans successfully challenged his nominating petitions in March, and knocked him off the GOP ballot, clearing the way for Mulligan’s uncontested nomination. After the primary, Piccolino and St. Fleur each filed nominating petitions to run for mayor in the Nov. 7 general election. Neither survived scrutiny of the challenges. JIM LOCKWOOD, staff writer, contributed to this report.

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Officials: Air show lost about $70K Two-day event drew 25,000 people after 17-year absence. BY DENISE ALLABAUGH STAFF WRITER

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Maria Temples, a Marywood University graduate student, says a few words on camera Thursday to send to Hurricane Harvey victims in Texas.

SHOW OF SUPPORT Marywood students collect money, messages for Harvey victims BY SARAH HOFIUS HALL STAFF WRITER

Peri Sheerin, a Marywood University volleyball player, stood in front of the camera and delivered a message from her team to flood victims in Texas. “We’re sending our love and our prayers,” she said. Seeking a way to help the residents of Texas whose homes have been destroyed by Hurricane Harvey and its historic flooding, Marywood students began collecting money and messages Thursday. “It’s important to show there are people who care,” said junior Jess Bonacci, a communication arts student. Bonacci and other members of the

Marywood Media Group, which includes the school’s radio and television stations and newspaper, organized Thursday’s fundraiser. Along with collecting money, the students recorded their peers and asked others to write letters of support to first responders. The students planned to put the videos on Twitter using the hashtags #Marywood4Houston and #HoustonStrong. “If we really put all our efforts together, we can make a difference,” said senior Rachel Looker, editor-inchief of the Wood Word. At Thursday’s involvement fair, clubs set up tables, and students dropped money into the bowl at the media group’s table. All proceeds benefit the American Red Cross.

Ann O’Brien, assistant director for service learning and community service, said the students’ efforts mirror Marywood’s mission. “It’s who we are,” she said. “It’s part of our values.” Beyond the media group, Marywood’s athletic department is collecting clothing to send to victims, and the school plans to send students to aid in rebuilding over spring break. The media group will also collect messages and money today and Tuesday through Thursday next week from noon to 3 p.m., at a table set up near the Memorial Garden. Contact the writer: shofius@timesshamrock.com; 570-348-9133; @hofiushallTT on Twitter

P I T T S T O N T W P. — Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport lost $70,000 hosting the Northeastern Pennsylvania Air Show earlier this month, despite 25,000 people attending. About 10,000 people attended Aug. 12 and about 15,000 on Aug. 13, Wilkes-Barre/ Scranton International Airport Director Carl Beardsley Jr. said at Thursday’s airport board meeting. The air show returned after a 17-year hiatus. The airport lost money on the event, in part because it had been so long since the last one was held. To host the show, the airport had to purchase materials, including fencing. “We had to recreate our grounds into a fairgrounds, which we hadn’t had to do since 2000 so you’re talking about everything new,” said Gary Borthwick, airport director of finance and administration. Additionally, sponsorships for the show came in lower that expected. Airport officials anticipated sponsors would spend about $200,000 and sponsorship amounted to about $150,000, Beardsley said. Tickets to the air show were $20 for adults, $15 for children ages 6-12 and children age 5 and under were free. The prices were lower

than other air shows, he said. “We wanted this to be family fun and because of that, we wanted to make sure that it was affordable for families to go to,” he said. “As a result, we kept the prices as low as possible, probably a little bit lower than industry standards, but that’s OK because the people of this community and the children of this community were able to have an affordable day right here at this airport.” Lackawanna County Commissioner Patrick O’Malley said the air show’s economic impact was immense. Hotel rooms were booked for the weekend and visitors dined at area restaurants, Beardsley said. Local vendors sold food, drinks and souvenirs at the show and a number of volunteer groups worked at souvenir stands and other booths during the air show. At the meeting, airport board officials awarded checks to some groups who helped with the stands, including Pittston Area Band Boosters, Brick United Methodist Church, Duryea Boy Scout Troop 285, Marywood University Aviation Management Program and Riverside Vikings PTA Inc. Other groups who helped and will receive checks include the Civil Air Patrol, Dunmore High School Cheer Squad, Keystone Karma, Lackawanna Valley Scale Modelers, Old Forge High School’s Spirit Elite Club, Quarterback Please see SHOW, Page A7

County honors retiring VA director After 10 years on the job, Tuffy described as “vet for veterans.” BY JEFF HORVATH STAFF WRITER

The evidence of Robert “Bob” Tuffy’s tireless work on behalf of area veterans is in the numbers. Tuffy retires today as director of Lackawanna County’s JEFF HORVATH / STAFF PHOTO Veterans Affairs Office, leavRetiring Lackawanna County Veterans Affairs Director ing a long legacy during his Bob Tuffy places his hands on the shoulders of his col- roughly 10-year tenure. In that league, veterans office assistant Steuart Bailey, on time, Tuffy and his small staff processed about 7,000 benefits Thursday. At left is incoming Director Dave Eisele.

applications, helping veterans and their families claim approximately $27 million worth of benefits, veterans office assistant Steuart Bailey said. In fact, in every fiscal year since 2010-11, the office has claimed at least $2 million worth of benefits annually and often much more. The dollar value of claim benefits for Lackawanna County veterans

and their families totaled about $3.84 million in 2013-14, $3.88 million in 2014-15 and $3.9 million in 2015-16, for example. For context, the office helped claim just $14,000 worth of benefits in 2004-05, a few years before Tuffy became director. “We are fortunate enough to help people and see how much they appreciate it,” the 82-yearoldKoreanWarveteransaidlast

week. “Everythingwe dohere is rewarding. Every person we see meanssomethingtous.” On Thursday, county commissioners and other veterans advocates recognized Tuffy’s efforts with cake, kind words and a proclamation naming Aug. 31 Bob Tuffy Day in Lackawanna County. Officials also introduced Tuffy’s replacement — Marine Corps veteran Dave Eisele. Please see TUFFY, Page A7

BRIAN FULTON’S DAY IN HISTORY: 100 YEARS AGO S Sand car up-ends iin cave hole

The Scranton Times Sept. 1, 1917

A railroad car filled with sand ended up in a w mine cave hole that meam ssured 20 feet deep, 35 feet llong and 20 feet wide early iin the morning. The hole eextended from the railrroad yard to the 200 block o of Railroad Avenue. A ttelegraph pole and railrroad tracks also ended up in the hole. The sound of the car

going into the hole awoke sleeping residents who live near the railyard. A crew from the railroad worked for several hours to remove the heavily damaged railcar from the hole.

Old Gravity men hold 14th reunion Members of the Delaware and Hudson and Pennsylvania Coal Company Gravity Employees’ Association gathered at

Nay Aug Park for their 14th reunion. James O’Connor gave a lecture to those in attendance that focused on the people who worked on the Gravity Railroad, including employees of the Gravity that served in the Union Army during the Civil War; how Bishop M.J. Hoban’s father, Patrick, built several sections of the pioneering railroad; and the contributions to the railroad from Robert

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St. Cecilia’s Academy ready for 45th year Officials from St. Cecilia’s Academy announced the school would open its

doors for its 45th year Sept. 4. The high school offered students courses in the sciences, English, languages, religion, music, art and commercial courses such as bookkeeping, stenography and typewriting. BRIAN FULTON, library manager, oversees The Times-Tribune’s expansive digital and paper archives and is an authority on local history. Contact Brian at bfulton@timesshamrock.com or 570-348-9140.

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Carbondale Open closet: Covenant Reformed Church fall open closet, Sept. 23, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 47 S. Church St.; features men’s, women’s and children’s clothes and household items; all free of charge; 570-282-6400 or info@ covenantrc.org.

Dunmore Church meeting: Ss. Anthony and Rocco Alter and Rosary Society meeting, Wednesday; discussing plans for annual spaghetti supper. Disease presentation: Civic presentation about lung disease at Dunmore Senior Center, Sept. 29, 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Jim Masters, 570-346-4407.

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Former director of nursing pleads guilty to drug theft Stole more than 1,900 vials of fentanyl, detectives charge BY DAVID SINGLETON STAFF WRITER

A Honesdale woman accused of stealing more than 1,900 vials of a powerful prescription opioid from the medical office where she worked pleaded guilty Thursday in Wayne County Court. Karen Feldner, 56, of 58 Bodine Lane, entered the guilty plea to one felony count of theft of fentanyl, along with a related misdemeanor drug charge. Feldner, the former director of nursing at Mountain Laurel Surgery Center in Honesdale, faces up to eight years in prison and a fine of $20,000. Wayne County detectives arrested Feldner in March and charged her with stealing 1,926 vials of fentanyl from the center and tampering with others, replacing them with another substance.

She made changes to how the drug was delivered, having the vials dropped off at her basement office or picking them up personally from the pharmacy, where she occasionally paid with a personal credit card, investigators said. Before her firing late last year, center employees found altered documents in her desk drawer. Wayne County District Attorney Janine Edwards commended the work of the DEA and county Chief Detective Peter Hower in ensuring criminal charges were filed against Feldner. “As I have previously said, fentanyl is not just another opioid. It is highly addictive and potentially lethal. ... This particular crime not only fed the appetite of an addict but risked the lives of patients,” Edwards said in a statement. Feldner’s sentencing is scheduled for Oct. 19 at 9:30 a.m.

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The investigation began in October, after the center, which uses the drug as anesthesia during endoscopic procedures, discovered a large number of vials missing from its inventory and notified the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. According to court documents, staff members told authorities there was never a problem with missing fen- Contact the writer: tanyl before Feldner was dsingleton@timesshamrock.com; 570-348-9132 hired in November 2015.

LACKAWANNA COUNTY SENTENCINGS ■ Deanna Tallo, 28, 307 Varsity Drive, Throop, to 10 days to six months in county prison, a $300 fine and one year of probation for possession of drug paraphernalia and DUI — tier one, second offense. ■ Vertis Dillon III, 37, 516 N. Irving Ave., Scranton, to one year of probation for possession of drug paraphernalia. Jose Morales, 32, to two to six months in county prison and a $750 fine for DUI — tier three, second offense. Judge Margaret Bisignani Moyle sentenced: ■ Leland Davis III, 41, 933 Owego Turnpike, Fell Twp., to four months of probation for simple assault and disorderly conduct. ■ Ryan Freedman, 27, 917 Monroe Ave., to five days to six months in county prison and a $300 fine for DUI — tier one, second offense. ■ Omari Lashley, 18, 1419 Cedar Ave., to one year of probation and $219.47 restitution for unauthorized use of a motor vehicle. ■ Victoria Gilroy, 30, 504 New St., Apt. 4, Scranton, to 11½ to 23 months in county prison followed by two years of probation for aggravated assault. ■ Jordan Sefcik, 18, 921 Pancoast St., Dickson City, to 13 months of probation for possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of a small amount of marijuana. ■ Melissa Carson, 24, 510 Alder St., Apt 5, to one year of probation for possession of drug paraphernalia.

fine for criminal use of a comJudge Michael Barrasse sentenced the following defendants munication facility and possession of a small amount of marirecently in Lackawanna County juana. Court: ■ Jorge Melendez, 56, 519 ■ Susan Evans, 52, 55 Oxbow Road, to six days time served in Cedar Ave., Scranton, to two county prison for theft by unlaw- years of probation for possession of drug paraphernalia and ful taking. possession of a controlled sub■ Stephen Barr, 21, 223 S. stance. Main Ave., Scranton, to two ■ William Hurt, 24, 2215 years court supervision, includComegys Ave., Scranton, to 24 ing two months house arrest, months of court supervision, for resisting arrest. including two months of house ■ Juan Padilla, 37, 1410 arrest, for recklessly endangerTownhouse Blvd., Scranton, to ing another person. three to six months in state ■ Dewey Engroff, 28, 24 prison and a $300 fine for DUI Seventh St., Carbondale, to six — first offense. years of court supervision, ■ Amanda Reesey, 36, 242 including six months of house Rocky Mountain Drive, Greentown, to six to 12 months arrest, for delivery of a conin state prison followed by three trolled substance and endangering welfare of children. years of probation for possesSenior Judge John Braxton sion with intent to deliver. sentenced: ■ Joseph Crawford, 38, 533 ■ Joshua Ortiz, 23, 322 N. Adams St., Duryea, to six Evans Court, Scranton, to three months of court supervision, including three months of house months of probation for indirect criminal contempt. arrest and a $1,000 fine, for Judge Patricia Corbett senDUI — tier three, first offense. tenced: ■ Stephanie Stoilkovic, 21, ■ Robert Vaneck, 31, 514 S. 917 Wood St., Scranton, to one Valley Ave., Olyphant, to six year of probation for receiving months of probation for indirect stolen property. ■ Joseph Philbin III, 35, 69 S. criminal contempt. Judge Vito Geroulo sentenced: Washington Ave., Jermyn, to four ■ Robert Hughes, 54, 519 to 12 months in county prison Bridge St., Old Forge, to six and $1,705 in restitution for months of court supervision, welfare fraud. including 30 days of house ■ Mathew Murphy, 26, 450 arrest, and a $1,000 fine for Greenbush St., Scranton, to six DUI — tier three, first offense. months of probation and a ■ Randy Negvesky, 39, 707 $300 fine for DUI — tier one, W. Grove St., Taylor, to six first offense. months of probation and a ■ Dylan Michalek, 20, 25 $1,000 fine for DUI — tier one, Wayne St., Carbondale, to two first offense. years of probation and a $250

SUSQUEHANNA COUNTY COURT NOTES ESTATE NOTICES ■ Margaret Stine, 3098 Route 11, Hop Bottom; letters testamentary to Kevin Robinson, P.O. Box 142, Hop Bottom; and Karen Taylor, P.O. Box 91, Hop Bottom. ■ Richard Lewis, 8863 Laurel Lake Road, Montrose; letters testamentary to Penny Lewis, same address. MARRIAGE LICENSES ■ Jeremy Stone and Brandy Davidson, both of Montrose. ■ James Simmers and Carolina Long, both of Springville. ■ Matthew Ludwig and Melissa Goliczewski, both of Bayonne, N.J. ■ Roy Townsend and Mary Veterano, both of Jacksonville, Fla. ■ Dylan Barney and Tomkia Vanvleck, both of Lenoxville.

■ Chad Faldowski and April Antoine, both of Gouldsboro. ■ Zachary Beers and Michelle Hakes, both of Hallstead. ■ Jon Key and Sarah Hudson, both of New Milford. ■ Nicholas Layaou and Tiffany Post, both of South Montrose. PROPERTY TRANSACTIONS ■ Donald and Rosemary Conning to John Gregory, a property in Silver Lake Twp. for $52,000. ■ Ark Property Group LLC to HMA Group LLC, a property in New Milford for $92,500. ■ Kyle and Courtney Herbert to Brian and Nancy Boughton, a property in Jackson Twp. for $270,000. ■ Charles Gibbons (estate) to Benedict Diaz Jr., a property in Bridgewater Twp. for $126,140. ■ James Bishop Jr. to Carla Spering, a property in New

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and Alan and Susan Darienzo to Ashley and Eric Onyon, a property in Harford Twp. for $165,000. ■ Nancy and Robert Wikar, and Sue and Paul Kipar to Keenan Small, a property in Bridgewater Twp. for $145,000. ■ Alton Wilber to Eric and Joann Wilber, a property in Liberty Twp. for $50,000. ■ Patricia Weibel to Neal Juraska and Aleshia Napolitano, a property in Harmony Twp. for $92,000. ■ Xiu Ping Chen and Tong Chao Zhang to Xia Juan Wang and Zeng Di Huang, a property in Forest City for $135,000. ■ Richard Peterka to Anthony and Pauline Wilcox, a property in Clifford Twp. for $172,000. ■ Alan Christianson to Katherine Edwards, a property in Lanesboro for $74,200. ■ Paul Jr. and Darn Brick to Kyle Stark and Alysa Borick a property in Forest City for $93,200.

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The 29-year-old officer suffered a fatal head injury on July 11, 2015, when he fell more than a dozen feet over a wall as he and other city officers chased suspects in an ar med robbery in West Scranton. Jones admitted he pointed a shotgun at a man and “racked” it so he could get money for a Black and Mild cigar, police said. Wilding died the next day. The defendants, who were 17 years old at the time, were charged as adults. Jury selection in their trial was scheduled to start on Sept. 22. Mediation had been scheduled with Minora for Thursday. Plea negotiations have been ongoing but the first sign a plea deal could be reached came Wednesday evening as attorney Bernard Brown, who represents Curtis, made an offer which seemed “somewhat reasonable” for prosecutors, District Attorney Shane Scanlon said. Brown said his of fer sought one to two years for robbery and seven to 15 years for a murder charge, plus five years of probation. His thought, he said, was that it came to a length which seemed a reasonably successful outcome at trial, but one which also bestowed respon-

sibility for John Wilding’s death. The final result differed somewhat, but Brown’s offer gave the attorneys a place to start. The final deal, two to four years for robbery and seven to 14 years for third-degree murder, was first accepted by Curtis and then Jones. Edwards accepted the deal by the early afternoon. Patrice Wilding, a TimesTribune staff writer, said the family always felt that about a decade in prison was a length they could live with. With the plea deal negating the need for a lengthy and emotionally taxing trial and avoiding an even longer appeals process, Patrice Wilding is grateful Scanlon worked out the deal. “It spares us so much, it is worth it to me,” she said. The defendants agreed to be sentenced immediately. As the courtroom filled with police officers, Wilding’s family and Graziano spoke to impress upon Minora the gravity of the three teens’ actions. “Officers will say they’re here to help people,” Graziano said. “John didn’t say that. He did it.” Kristen Tansits Wilding, the slain officer’s widow, spoke of her son, now 5, who is afraid to leave his mother’s side.

Mary Wilding, John Wilding’s mother, said the sounds of beating helicopter rotors brings her back to her son’s ICU room, where he laid with deathly stillness, breathing only with help from machines. At the time, the sound of a helicopter meant that the surgery team tasked with extracting John Wilding’s organs had arrived and the time had come to say a final goodbye. John Wilding’s life ended as his mother held him. “My beautiful boy is gone,” she said. “For want of a cigar.” Patrice Wilding said she felt like she was floating away, “like a balloon whose string was cut.” For the public, John Wilding is a symbol, a police hero. For her, he was her only brother, her childhood memories, “a real person.” In two months, Patrice Wilding will give birth to a boy, whom she will name Johnny. “I hope John and Johnny will never be far from your thoughts and your dreams,” Patrice Wilding told the defendants. “Maybe, if you are lucky and you pray hard enough, you will learn from them and begin to heal your corrupted hearts. I don’t forgive you, but I hope God will, if you try to be even a little

bit better because of them.” Patrice Wilding noted later the defendants looked her in the eye as she spoke to them. It surprised her, but she was grateful they did. Curtis, Jones and Edwards stood apologetic before the judge. Brown said Curtis has grown a lot in the last two years. Edwards said he wakes up at night with anxiety attacks. “It stays with me every night,” he said. Talk is cheap, Minora said. The judge said he hopes the three can use their time in prison to better themselves. “If you can come out of this a better man, striving to be like John, then maybe, someday, the family can forgive you,” Minora said. Forgiveness might be possible, but not now, Patrice Wilding said. “I don’t think it’s impossible for me,” she said. “And I think maybe one day soon, when I’m a mother, I will have that capacity and that compassion more than I feel today. I hope that every day I gain a little more ground towards reaching that goal, just as I hope that every single day they grow a little and become a tiny, tiny bit better.” Contact the writer: jkohut@timesshamrock.com, 570-348-9144; @jkohutTT on Twitter

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He said he worries Mannion’s ruling will dissuade other attorneys from taking on cases against insurance companies. “I thought it was wrong what this insurance company did to these folks,” Pisanchyn said. “What attorney is going to take a case when they get their head bashed in for filing a fee petition when the judge goes through (it) line by line and questions everything you did?” Attempts to reach Albright, who no longer works for Pisanchyn, were unsuccessful. At an Aug. 11 court hearing, Albright defended her work and said she felt “insulted” that her integrity was questioned. “So it’s my belief as we sit here today everything that I’ve placed in this petition was to the best of my ability necessary and reasonable and on the conservative side,” she said, according to a transcript of the hearing, which Pisanchyn provided to The Times-Tribune. Mannion’s ruling centers on a 2013 lawsuit Pisanchyn filed on behalf of Bernie Clemens of Stroudsburg, who sued New York Central Mutual Fire Insurance Co. relating to injuries he suffered in a car crash. The lawsuit sought compensation for “bad faith” against the insurance company for a delay in paying a $25,000 settlement of his claim for his injuries. A jury awarded Clemens $100,000 following a five-day trial in November 2015. Mannion upheld that award in a separate ruling Tuesday. Under federal law, an attorney who prevails in a bad

faith claim can seek payment from the insurer for each hour worked on a case. The attor ney must provide detailed records justifying all hours billed. The fee petition, which was created by Albright and verified by Pisanchyn, sought $902,655 in attorneys’ fees for work she, Pisanchyn, other attorneys, paralegals and staff performed. Mannion denounced the petition, finding the vast majority of hours billed could not be justified because descriptions of the work performed were too vague, the amount of time spent on a particular task was excessive or duplicative of other hours that were billed. Mannion said he was particularly troubled that none of the attorneys or other staff kept detailed records of the amount of time they spent on each task. At an Aug. 11 hearing on the petition, Albright testified she “reconstructed” the hours she and others worked by reviewing an electronic filing system and documents. Mannion questioned how accurately Albright could recreate the records, saying she had to “essentially guess” at the amount of time spent on each task. “For attorney Albright to go back over six years of

entries ... and ‘guess’ how much time it took other attorneys, paralegals or IT staff to perform entered tasks ... is flabbergasting to the court and, quite frankly, disturbing,” Mannion said in his ruling. Despite the problems, Mannion found there was sufficient documentation for several hundred hours put in by attorneys, paralegals and other staff. However, the judge said he found Pisanchyn’s and Albright’s conduct relating to the fee petition so egregious that he was exercising his authority to entirely deny the fees sought. “In all of the petitions for attorney’s fees handled by this court over many years, the court has never witnessed such an abuse by counsel,” Mannion said in his ruling. Mannion also took issue with other aspects of the case, including the amount o f i n t e re s t P i s a n chy n sought for his client on the award. Pisanchyn sought about $175,630 in interest, but Mannion ruled Clemens was entitled to just $4,986. Pisanchyn said he takes issue with Mannion’s findings. He acknowledges that Albright did not always provide explanations of each

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University of Scranton Interim President the Rev. Herbert B. Keller, S.J., speaks after his installation Thursday at the Byron Recreation Complex. The Rev. Keller, former president of Scranton Preparatory School, is serving as the university’s interim president through June 30. Afterward, the Rev. Scott R. Pilarz, S.J., who served as the university’s president from 2003 to 2011, will return to the position.

Two charged after brawl in city One man stabbed, another has broken back. BY CLAYTON OVER STAFF WRITER

Two men face aggravated assault charges after a melee Wednesday night that left one man stabbed twice and another man with a broken back. City police responded to the 300 block of Brook Street at about 10:45 p.m. Wednesday for thereportof severalpeoplefighting and one person struck by a vehicle. Witnesses told police

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Thursday, hospital spokeswoman Denise Rader said in an email. A passenger in the Acura, Kavon Evans, told police that during the earlier fight between Ronson and Torres, Ortiz had jumped in holding what appeared to be a knife, police said. OfficerslateraskedOrtizif he was involved in the fight and Ortiz said he was, but only becauseRonsonwasgettingbeat up, police wrote in court documents. During a later interview atpoliceheadquarters,Ortiztold police he had stabbed Torres with a box cutter-type knife and threw the weapon out of the car windowonLackawannaAvenue when police stopped them, according to court documents. Policelaterfoundtheknifealong theavenue. Both face aggravated assault and related counts. Ortiz is held in county prison in lieu of $50,000 bail. Torres is free on $100,000 unsecured bail. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Sept. 8. Contact the writer: cover@timesshamrock.com; 570-348-9100 x5363; @ClaytonOver on Twitter

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WILKES-BARRE — The former cocktail waitress who swiped player’s card information as part of an inside job to defraud Mohegan Sun Pocono out of hundreds of thousands of dollars was sentenced Thursday to two years of probation, the first six months on house arrest. Rochelle Poszeluznyj, 39, of Kingston, previously pleaded guilty to a federal money-laundering conspiracy charge in the case. U.S. District Judge A. Richard Caputo imposed the sentence Thursday, describing her role as “substantially less” than that of her co-conspirators. Poszeluznyj offered only a brief apology during the hearing, saying she was sorry to have betrayed the trust of casino patrons and management. “I would just like to say that I’m very ashamed for my actions,” Poszeluznyj said. Defense attorney Robert M. Buttner sought a probationary sentence for Poszeluznyj, who he said benefitted least from the conspiracy that cost the casino more than $420,000. According to prosecutors, Poszeluznyj collected players’ information and passed it along to the casino’s former vice president of player development, Robert Joseph Pellegrini, who used his executive casino access to make copies of the cards and put free play on them. Poszeluznyj’s boyfriend, gambler Mark Joseph Heltzel, 53, of Dallas, then used the cards to gamble at video poker machines, raking in $422,147 between May 2014 and April 2015, according to prosecutors. In his bid for leniency, Buttner portrayed Poszeluznyj as a woman who had been “ostracized” by her family and had been seeking Heltzel’s approval. “She was seeking acceptance,” Buttner said. Heltzel — a financial planner who also managed Poszeluznyj’s retirement account — exuded the image of a wealthy and successful man, he said. She went along with the crime because he downplayed the severity of their actions: Poszeluznyj never knew how much money they were stealing, he said. “It was portrayed to her as picking pennies up off the floor,” Buttner said. Assistant U.S. Attorney Michelle Olshefski countered that the notion Poszeluznyj, a grown and independent woman, was simply trying to “please her man” is insulting. “She is an independent woman who made her own choices,” Olshefski said. While Poszeluznyj didn’t

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Rochelle Poszeluznyj arrives at the federal courthouse in WilkesBarre on Thursday morning. Poszeluznyj was sentenced to two years on probation after previously pleading guilty to a federal money-laundering conspiracy charge. see much of the stolen cash — her share of the restitution is only $2,000 — she did benefit from the conspiracy by getting vacations and other items of value, the prosecutor said. “She was wined. She was dined,” Olshefski said. “She was provided manicures and pedicures.” Caputo described the case as a “mixed bag,” saying the conspiracy would not have been possible without Poszel u z ny j bu t n o t i n g s h e received only $2,000 plus some considerations. “That sort of pales to what the other co-conspirators achieved in this enterprise,” Caputo said. The judge sentenced Poszeluznyj to serve two years on probation, the first six months on house arrest. During that period, she will be permitted to continue her schooling at Luzerne County Community College and go to her job at the River Grille in Wilkes-Barre. Poszeluznyj is the final defendant to be sentenced in the case. Heltzel and Pellegrini, 51, of Fairview Twp., previously pleaded guilty to money-laundering conspiracy charges and were ordered to jointly pay $420,147 in restitution. Heltzel was sentenced earlier this month to serve 18 months in federal prison. He is due to report to the federal Bureau of Prisons on Sept. 5. Pellegrini, who Caputo described as “most responsible” for the crime because of his executive position, was sentenced in June to serve 32 months in prison. He is currently serving his time at Federal Correctional Institution, Schuylkill. Contact the writer: jhalpin@citizensvoice.com; 570-821-2058; @cvjimhalpin on Twitter

Arson suspect claims she lit fire to clear spiders BY CLAYTON OVER STAFF WRITER

A woman facing arson and related charges told investigators she lit a fire on her porch to clear the area of spiders, according to court documents. City fireSOTO fighters and p o l i c e responded to 802 Townhouse Blvd. at about 10:35 p.m. Wednesday for a reported structure fire, which was quickly extinguished, according to court documents. The resident of the townhouse, Anna Soto, 42, told officials she splashed solvent on the walls of the porch area and lit it to get rid of spiders plaguing her stoop, police said.

Soto told police she didn’t want to hurt anyone or herself, but lit the fire because she had been having trouble with the arachnids, which had bitten her in the past. She also said other means of dealing with the critters had failed, police said. Soto’s townhouse, located in the Village Park Apartments development, is connected on either side by — and part of a block of — similar residences. Magisterial District Judge Laura Turlip arraigned Soto on arson, risking catastrophe and criminal mischief charges and released her on $100,000 unsecured bail. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for Sept. 8. Contact the writer: cover@timesshamrock.com; 570-348-9100 x5363; @ClaytonOver on Twitter

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Club, Lady Devils Basketball and Cross Country, Riverside Vikings Helping Vikings and Wyo m i n g Va l l e y We s t Marching Band Parent Association. In all, about $40,000 will be presented to the groups who worked at the stands as fundraisers for their organizations, Borthwick said. “I just can’t thank them enough for what they did for the community and what they did for the air show,” Beardsley said. It has not yet been determined if there will be an air show next year, he said. In other business, Beardsley announced the number of passengers boarding planes at the airport in July increased 21.7 percent since last July. In all, 25,671 people

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State police are investigating two stolen trucks that were later set on fire. A silver 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 with a black bed was reported stolen out of Dunmore on July 11. It was located Wednesday near some power lines off Clifton Beach Road in Clifton Twp. Troopers discovered the other truck, a black 2001 Dodge Ram with a green hood, on Old River Road in Thornhurst Twp. That truck was reported stolen out of Mayfield sometime between Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. The vehicles were set on fire before they were abandoned, troopers said. Anyone with information is asked to call state police at Dunmore at 570-

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Prosecutor: Woman stole 36K park tickets A former sales director for a New York charter bus company is accused of stealing 36,000 amusement park admission tickets, worth over $1 million. According to the Daily News, prosecutors say Rosemarie Bader used a company credit card to over-purchase tickets from New Jersey’s Six Flags Great Adventure and from Pennsylvania’s Dorney Park. Authorities say the tickets were redeemed at the parks — but not through any of the Brooklyn charter bus company’s tour packages. Prosecutors say Best Trails and Travel Corporation discovered the purchases and fired Bader in October. She was arraigned Wednesday on grand larceny and possession of stolen property charges.

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More troops heading to Afghanistan The Pentagon has begun sending additional troops to Afghanistan to carry out President Donald Trump’s new war strategy, which will stick to his predecessor’s approach of supporting the Afghans’ fight against the Taliban rather than doing the fighting for them, Defense Secretary Jim Mattis said Thursday. He would not say how many additional troops are deploying or what their exact roles will be. Mattis stressed that Afghan forces will remain in the lead, with the extra U.S. troops taking a support role. Other officials have said the U.S. will send about 3,900 additional troops.

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Iraq town ‘fully liberated’ from IS The northern town of Tal Afar has been “fully liberated” from the Islamic State group, Iraq’s prime minister said Thursday, further shrinking the territory controlled by the extremists who overran nearly a third of the country three years ago. The militants have suffered a series of major defeats in recent months, including the loss of Mosul, the second-largest city, in July.

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IS convoy blocked by U.S. airstrikes A convoy of Islamic State militants being evacuated from the Lebanon-Syria border was moved to another Syrian government-held area Thursday after their passage to IS-held territory further east was blocked by U.S.-led airstrikes. More than 300 militants and their families are in the convoy of buses after vacating the border area as part of a Hezbollahnegotiated deal to transport them to an IS-held town in eastern Syria near the Iraqi border.

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Boats carrying group sink, killing 26 Three boats carrying ethnic Rohingya fleeing violence in Myanmar have capsized in Bangladesh and 26 bodies of women and children have been recovered, officials said Thursday. Bangladeshborderguard commanderLt.Col.S.M.ArifulIslamsaidatleastthree boatscarryinganunknown numberof RohingyaMuslimssankintheNaf Riverat Teknaf inCox’sBazaron Wednesday.Hesaidthebodiesof 15childrenand11womenwererecovered,anditwas unclearwhetheranyonewas stillmissing. — ASSOCIATED PRESS

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The Arkema Inc. chemical plant sits flooded Wednesday from Tropical Storm Harvey in Crosby, Texas. At least 2 tons of volatile chemicals exploded and burned Thursday at the plant. No serious injuries were reported.

Blasts rock plant Chemicals explode at crippled facility, creating new hazard BY FRANK BAJAK AND REESE DUNKLIN ASSOCIATED PRESS

HOUSTON — At least 2 tons of highly volatile chemicals used in such products as plastics and paint exploded and burned at a flood-crippled plant near Houston early Thursday, sending up a plume of acrid black smoke that stung the eyes and lungs. The blaze at the Arkema Inc. chemical plant burned out around midday, but emergency crews continued to hold back because of the danger that eight other trailers containing the same compound could blow, too. No serious injuries were reported. But the blast added a new hazard to Hurricane Harvey’s aftermath and raised questions about the adequacy of the company’s master plan to protect the public in the event of an emergency in the floodprone Houston metropolitan area of 5.6 million people. “This should be a wakeup call (for) all kinds of plants that are storing and

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Mike Cossey of Bureau Veritas uses an air monitor Thursday to check the quality of air at a police roadblock marking the 1.5-mile perimeter of the evacuation area around the Arkema Inc. chemical plant. converting reactive chemicals in areas which have high population densities,” said Nicholas Ashford, a Massachusetts Institute of Technology expert. The Environmental Protection Agency and Texas environmental regulators called the health risks minimal in Crosby but urged residents downwind to stay indoors with windows closed to avoid inhaling the smoke. Arkeda had warned ear-

lier in the week that an explosion of organic peroxides stored at the plant was imminent because Harvey’s floodwaters engulfed the backup generators and knocked out the refrigeration necessary to keep the compounds from degrading and catching fire. All employees had been pulled from the plant before the blast, and up to 5,000 people living within 1½ miles had been warned to

evacuate on Tuesday. Two explosions in the middle of the night blew open a trailer containing the chemicals, lighting up the sky with 30- to 40-foot flames in the small farm and ranching community of Crosby, 25 miles from Houston, authorities said. Aerial footage showed a trailer carcass, its sides melted, burning in a flooded lot. The Texas environmental agency called the smoke “especially acrid and irritating” and said it can impair breathing and inflame the eyes, nose and throat. Fifteen sheriff’s deputies complained of respiratory irritation. They were examined at a hospital and released. The U.S. Chemical Safety Board, an independent federal agency, launched an investigation into the accident. The plant is along a corridor near Houston that contains one of the biggest concentrations of refineries, pipelines and chemical plants in the country.

WASHINGTON — Escalating a diplomatic tit-for-tat, the United States abruptly ordered Russia on Thursday to shutter its San Francisco consulate and close offices in Washington and New York, intensifying tensions between the former Cold War foes. Washington gave Moscow 48hourstocomply. The Trump administration described its action as retaliation for the Kremlin’s “unwarranted and detrimental” demand earlier this month that the U.S. cut its diplomatic staff in Russia. But Moscow declared it a major escalation, with a top Russian lawmaker saying the move heralded “the hot phase of diplomatic war.” “The United States is prepared to take further action as necessary and as warranted,” State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert said. Still, she said the U.S. hoped both countries could now move toward “improved relations” and “increased cooperation.” It was a harsh welcome to Washington for new Russian Ambassador Anatoly Antonov, who arrived only hours after the U.S. announcement. At the airport, Antonov cited a maxim of former Soviet leader Vladimir Lenin as he urged caution and professionalism. “We don’t need hysterical impulses,” Russian news agencies quoted Antonov as saying. The closures on both U.S. coasts marked perhaps the most drastic diplomatic measure by the United States against Russia since 1986, near the end of the Cold War, when the nuclear-armed powers expelled dozens of each other’s diplomats. And it comes amid some of the broadest strains in their relationshipeversince.Thetwo countries have clashed over the wars in Ukraine and Syria, but most significantly over American allegations that Russia meddled in the 2016 U.S. election to boost President Donald Trump’s chances of victory. Investigations continue into whether Trump’s campaign colluded with Moscow.

Funds for health sign-ups slashed Trump administration takes scalpel to programs promoting Obamacare enrollment. BY RICARDO ALONSO-ZALDIVAR ASSOCIATED PRESS

WASHINGTON — Affirming its disdain for “Obamacare,” the Trump administration Thursday announced sharp cuts in programs promoting health care enrollment under the Affordable Care Act for next year. Advertising will be cut from $100 million spent on 2017 sign-ups to $10 million, said Health and Human Services officials. Funding for consumer helpers called “navigators” will also be cut about 40 percent, from $62.5 million for 2017, to $36.8 million for next year. That change reflects a new performance-based ethic that penalizes navigator programs failing to meet their sign-up targets, administration officials said. About 12.2 million people signed up for subsidized private health insurance under Barack Obama’s signature law this year, many in states that President Donald Trump carried in November. Current enrollment is estimated to be around 10 million, due to attrition also seen in prior years. Top Democrats accused

the administration of malice. House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi of California said the administration is waging a “cynical effort to lower enrollment” that would “create chaos” and increase premiums. Her Senate counterpart, Chuck Schumer of New York, said the administration “is deliberately attempting to sabotage our health care system,” adding that “the American people will know who’s to blame.” I t w a s u n c l e a r h ow Trump’s latest move might affect a planned effort in the Senate to craft bipartisan legislation that would stabilize insurance markets. Trump and congressional Republicans have been unable to deliver on their vow to “repeal and replace” the 2010 health care law, but the president has repeatedly pronounced the program on the verge of collapse. On Twitter and in interviews, Trump has threatened to give “Obamacare” a nudge by cutting off payments to insurers that help reduce consumers’ copays and deductibles. Still, his administration has continued making payments month to month.

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U.S. Air Force F-35 stealth fighter jets simulate bombstrikes over the Korean Peninsula, South Korea, on Thursday.

U.S. flies warplanes in show of force against North Korea BY KIM TONG-HYUNG ASSOCIATED PRESS

SEOUL, South Korea — The United States flew some of its most advanced warplanes in bombing drills with ally South Korea on Thursday, a clear warning after North Korea launched a midrange ballistic missile designed to carry nuclear bombs over Japan earlier this week, the U.S. and South Korean militaries said. North Korea hates such displays of U.S. military might at close range and will likely respond with fury. Two U.S. B-1B supersonic bombers and four F-35B stealth fighter jets joined four South Korean F-15

fighters in live-fire exercises at a military field in eastern South Korea that simulated precision strikes against the North’s “core facilities,” according to the U.S. Pacific Command and South Korea’s Defense Ministry. The B-1Bs were flown in from Andersen Air Force Base in Guam while the F-35Bs came from a U.S. base in Iwakuni, Japan. N o r t h Ko r e a , wh i ch claims Washington has long threatened it by flaunting the powerful U.S. nuclear arsenal, describes the longrange B-1Bs as “nuclear strategic bombers” although the United States no longer arms them with

nuclear weapons. Hours after the announcements by Washington and Seoul, North Korea’s official Korean Central News Agency issued a short statement calling the exercises a “rash act of those taken aback” by North Korea’s recent missile launch. The dueling military displays open up the risk that things will get worse as each side seeks to show it won’t be intimidated. More missile tests, more bomber flyovers and three angry armies facing each other across the world’s most heavily armed border raises the possibility that a miscalculation could lead to real fighting.

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Wilkes-Barre General opens trauma center Geisinger nearest alternative BY BOB KALINOWSKI STAFF WRITER

WILKES-BARRE — For nearly a decade, ambulances filled with the most critically injured patients bypassed Wilkes-Barre General Hospital and instead drove to the nearest trauma center — Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center in Plains Twp. Once, a driver plowed into General’s emergency room, yet the man and injured construction workers were rushed to Geisinger, which is five miles away. Starting today, WilkesBarre General Hospital will be equipped to handle all types of critical cases as it becomes an accredited trau-

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Wilkes-Barre General Hospital Director of Trauma Services Cheryl MacDonald-Sweet and trauma program Medical Director Denis Tereb speak at the opening of the new trauma center. ma center, leaders of the facility say. Hospital staff gathered on Thursday to celebrate the news with a ribbon cutting. “It’s a great thing for our area. When you have a trauma center, it raises the exper-

tise of the health care services delivered,” said Cornelio Catena, chief executive officer of the hospital and its parent company, Commonwealth Health. “The ultimate beneficiary is the community.”

Emergency responders must take severely injured patients to the closest trauma unit, so officials believe Wilkes-Barre General Hospital will now be getting many patients who previously would be sent elsewhere. “We expect the trauma center to be very busy, very quickly because of the geography that we cover and the proximity to the interstate highway,” Catena said. Geisinger opened its trauma unit in 2008 at its campus at 1000 East Mountain Boulevard in Plains Twp. Prior to that, there were no trauma centers in the Wyoming Valley and local emergency crews usually had to transport patients to Community Medical Center in Scranton, a 20-mile ride from Wilkes-Barre. CMC is now a Geisinger hospital. Wilkes-Barre Fire Chief Jay Delaney, a certified para-

medic, recalls the challenges local lifesavers faced before trauma units came to Luzerne County. “In Wilkes-Barre, if there was a trauma, there were two options. We had a helicopter fly into a landing zone in Wilkes-Barre to fly the patient to the hospital or we did a ground transport to CMC in Scranton. That was tough. That was a long transport time and it put an ambulance out of service for a long time. You see what Interstate 81 is like at times,” Delaney said. Additionally, there always was a risk with landing helicopters to ferry out the injured, he added. Delaney said paramedics usually have a “golden hour” to get patients to trauma units, so the closer the better. “Any time you lessen the time it takes to get the patient from the incident to the trauma center, it’s beneficial,”

Pipeline project progressing Company expects to have the project running by 2018. BY BILL WELLOCK STAFF WRITER

A pipeline project in Northeast Pennsylvania is ready to move forward after the state Department of Environmental Protection approved water and erosion permits Wednesday. Williams Partners L.P. received a water obstruction and encroachment permit and an erosion and sediment control permit from DEP for the Atlantic Sunrise Pipeline Project. The company also reported that it received a Clean Water Act permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Documents in hand, the company plans to immediately request a notice from the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Transcontinen-

tal Gas Pipe Line Company LLC — known as Transco — is operating the pipeline and will require approval from FERC to begin construction. The company also needs approval for an air quality plan in Lancaster County that DEP is still reviewing. By the middle of 2018, the company expects to have the project up and running at full capacity, which it says could move 1.7 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day, or enough to service seven million homes. The project will connect gas-producing regions in northeast and central Pennsylvania to a pipeline network that can transport the gas to markets in the Mid-Atlantic and southeastern states. The project is an expansion of an existing Transco pipeline and involves building nearly 200 miles of new pipe and two new compres-

sor stations, as well as upgrading two existing compressor stations. The permits are important milestones for the work, wrote Alan Armstrong, Williams’ president and chief executive officer, in a press release. “This vital project will leverage existing infrastructure to deliver economic growth and help millions of Americans gain access to affordable Pennsylvania-produced clean-burning natural gas,” he wrote. The additional pipeline traverses 10 Pennsylvania counties: Susquehanna, Luzerne, Schuylkill, Wyoming, Columbia, Northumberland, Lancaster, Lycoming, Clinton and Lebanon. In Luzerne County, the proposed pipeline would run though portions of Fairmount, Lake, Lehman, Ross and Dallas townships. The project has generated

support and criticism along its route. Transco must offer to test private water supplies along the pipeline route so any effects from construction can be identified, and the company must alert homeowners of activities near their homes and water supplies, a DEP press release said. Once the pipeline is completed, responsibility for safety oversight will fall to the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission and the federal Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration. DEP will monitor wetland and water crossing sites to ensure that construction doesn’t impact the environment after the line is completed, wrote DEP spokesman Neil Shader in an email. Contact the writer: bwellock@citizensvoice.com; 570-821-2051; @CVBillW on Twitter

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BELLEFONTE — Members of a now-shuttered Pennsylvania State University fraternity will learn on Friday whether a district judge believes there is enough evidence to send charges related to the death of a pledge to county court for trial. District Judge Allen Sinclair said after the seventh day of a preliminary hearing ended Thursday that he would render his decision Friday at 11 a.m. The ruling could result in dismissal of some or all of the hundreds of charges filed against Beta Theta Pi and its members. The fraternity and 18 of its members were charged after the Feb. 4 death of sophomore engineering student Tim Piazza, whose agonizing night in the fraternity house was caught on security camera, showing him clearly in

pain after drinking heavily and suffering a series of falls. The 18 fraternity brothers face charges including involuntary manslaughter, aggravated assault, hazing, alcohol violations, reckless endangerment and evidence tampering, but they don’t all face the same charges. Two of the brothers waived the hearing, meaning only 16 brothers and the fraternity were involved in it. In a marathon set of oral arguments that stretched over three days, defense attorneys sought to persuade the judge that their clients’ roles were minimal or their actions did not amount to criminal behavior. Piazza, 19, was in the Penn State frat house to attend a pledge bid acceptance ceremony when he consumed a dangerous amount of booze and fell down a large set of basement steps. Large por-

tions of the video broadcast earlier in the proceeding showed Piazza, from Lebanon, New Jersey, falling again through the night. He was found in the basement the next morning, but the fraternity members waited 40 minutes before summoning an ambulance. Authorities say Piazza had suffered severe injuries, including a fractured skull and a ruptured spleen. Defense attorneys told the judge their clients had little reason to anticipate the tragic results that night, which also included an alcoholfueled social mixer with a sorority group. “Yes, there’s excessive drinking on college campuses,” argued attorney Theodore Simon, who represents Luke Visser. “That does not transform it into criminal behavior.”

Delaney said. Delaney said Geisinger’s opening of a trauma center in 2008 was a “major stride” for medical care in Northeast Pennsylvania and said its team has been top notch to work with. As of late Thursday afternoon, Delaney said the city hadn’t been officially notified that Wilkes-Barre General Hospital was available for trauma, so all patients would still be going to Geisinger for now. However, he said he was glad to hear local crews will soon have a second, nearby option for trauma care. “I think — as a fire chief, emergency manager and a paramedic — having two trauma centers regionally, it’s far better than one,” Delaney said. Contact the writer: bkalinowski@citizensvoice.com; 570-821-2055; @cvbobkal on Twitter

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ead exposure has well-documented developmental and long-term consequences for young children but it has received sporadic public attention over many decades. It has stormed back onto the public radar over the last several years because of the water contamination crisis in Flint, Michigan. Yet the scope of the problem is not welldefined because most states, including Pennsylvania, do not mandate blood tests for children younger than age 2. Federal law requires physicians to test children covered by Medicaid at ages 1 and 2, which means the majority of Pennsylvania’s young children are not tested. Therefore, the state does not have the data it needs to establish an effective lead policy. According to the state Department of Health’s recent ninth-annual lead surveillance report, covering 2015, showed only 27.8 percent of children younger than 2 had been tested for lead. In Northeast Pennsylvania counties, the tested percentages were: Lackawanna, 21.15; Luzerne, 28.58; Monroe, 15.07; Pike, 28.41; Susquehanna, 18.56; Wayne, 24.81; and Wyoming, 16.64. The lack of testing in Pennsylvania is especially problematic because exposure to lead paint is a principal problem. According to the Department of Health, the state has the nation’s third-highest percentage of housing that was constructed before 1950, when lead paint was prevalent. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission banned the use of lead paint for residential and public buildings in 1977. Following the new state report, Gov. Tom Wolf called on the Legislature to require lead testing for all children under age 2, which already is the policy in New York New Jersey and Delaware. The Legislature should do so as a major step in a comprehensive effort to protect the state’s children from exposure.

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s the tropical storm that rained misery on Houston moves inland, national attention turns to the federal response. The nation reflexively watches the government’s post-disaster conduct ever since the bungled federal response to Hurricane Katrina 12 years ago this week. But in Houston and elsewhere, more attention should be focused on bad government policy preceding the storm. Houston is the nation’s fourth-largest city, with about 2.2 million people in the city alone and another 4.3 million in the surrounding metropolitan area. The city is famous for its rapid growth and the unregulated sprawl resulting from it. It has no zoning law. There is no way to fully deal with the unprecedented amount of rain that Tropical Storm Harvey dumped on Houston. But the problem clearly was worse than it might have been because large swaths of the city and region have been paved without regard for the effect on infrastructure and flood control. Every city is pro-development. But that and controlled development regarding flooding are not mutually exclusive concepts. If another major flood hits the Lackawanna River, for example, the cost will not be as high as in the past because the government not only has improved flood protection along the river, but removed many properties from the river’s path. Retreating from the water’s edge is the most effective policy regarding flooding. Zoning and codes that reflect physical facts are next-best. So, the focus on the Trump administration should be not just on its response to Harvey, but on its policy regarding future flooding. Early in August, President Donald Trump issued an executive order reversing President Obama’s 2015 executive order, which had required developers who receive federal money to rebuild after a flood to build to a 500-year flood level, three feet above the 100-year flood level or devise a better science-based standard. “No longer will we tolerate one job-killing delay after another. No longer will we accept a broken system that benefits consultants and lobbyists at the expense of hard-working Americans,” Trump said in reversing the standards. The nonpartisan Pew Charitable Trust has estimated that every dollar spent on mitigating a flood saves $4 in recovery and rebuilding costs. Clearly, mitigation is the smart public policy but it’s drowning in a flood of political rhetoric.

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YOUR OPINION Better budget plan Editor: Another year, another state budget battle that pits extremists against each other without giving regular working folks a voice. Something has to change now. People are denied a voice because most representatives and senators are denied a voice. The final plan is negotiated by a few lawmakers behind closed doors and the rest of us will be told to come to work one day, be handed a thousand-page document, and be told, “Vote on this. No time to read it, just vote.” We can’t let a few lawmakers make all the decisions in secret — after all, we all get elected by the same number of citizens in each of our districts and I believe every citizen should get a voice. I propose that all standing House committees take 60 days after the gover nor announces his state budget plan and closely examine each agency’s proposed budget. Each lawmaker on each committee should be able to present changes and improvements to be voted on by committees before moving forward. Instead of legislative leaders throwing a budget at our feet and hoping to have 102 members agree to support it, we all should review it ahead of time and stand by the suggestions we’ve made. We’d all own it and by extension citizens would know they have a voice. When I was a Greene County commissioner, we’d study each department and make changes to keep our annual budgets in line. The result was no wasteful spending. Like citizens, I’m tired of the endless drama every year. I don’t want our schools, counties and municipalities never knowing what state funding will be coming until the last second. We can and should do better. I think this plan will help get the job done on time and get it done right. REP. PAM SNYDER GREENE COUNTY

ies leading to the school complex is in worse shape than before the improvement project began. I guess it’s OK, even though some issue still exist, such as the proper road marks in street-crossings, which is nonexistent for students who cross at North Blakely and West Warren streets. I guess it’s OK for the corner sidewalk at Church and West Warren streets to be in bad repair, even though it could result in pedestrian injuries. I guess it’s OK for vehicular traffic to either bottom out or abruptly stop to avoid the deep depression upon entering or exiting West Warren at Blakely. I guess it’s PennDOT’s definition of OK not to pay attention to details. After all, it’s only money that the taxpayers provide for a project to be properly and safely done on time. But I guess the local automotive repair businesses are pleased and reap some benefits from the project. Consider the job that PennDOT contractors are doing. Sometimes, it takes 15 minutes to drive from the traffic light at North Blakely Street and Jessup Avenue to pass flagmen and workers at Chestnut Street. Waiting for a PennDOT project to be properly finished is not uncommon. Just ask the people on the cemetery side of West Warren, who have new sidewalks and landscaping improvements. My guess is that we will be talking about this project for a long time. JIM MASTERS DUNMORE

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Editor: You must admit, we live in interesting times. I think the Fourth Estate has given up even the illusion of impartiality. We have a president that has made “Saturday Night Live” once more relevant and our civil liberties are under siege. Thugs roam the streets of our cities, attacking our freedom of speech, the right to assemble and right to believe whatever we please to believe. It is said that if you show a tear to an eastern man he will tell you about sadness and sor row and if you show a tear to a western man he will tell you about salt, carbon and water. Simply put, we in the west fail to see the true meaning of events. Occurrences in Berkley, Califor nia; Boston and Charlottesville, Virginia, should be a wake-up call to Americans. People need to stand united and call for the end of “Antifa,” which is short for anti-fascists and defines a broad group of people whose political beliefs often lean far left. T his g roup of masked marauders stands for nothing but anarchy. It is time for the people who proudly wear the badge of liberal to disavow the Antifa unless they believe that it is just fine to hit someone who disagrees with you in the head with a stick. FRANK ESPOSITO MOOSIC

Editor: Never did I think I would see this beautiful country turn into a war zone. The hate, bigotry, jealousy, anger, resentment, greed and me-first attitude we see is disgraceful. People have lost their compass. People have forgotten that all lives are important. This chaos is caused partly by President Trump, his ideology, selfishness and greed. His scripted words are all lies because the neo-Nazis are part of his base, along with the religious right and the 1 percent. People wanted change but this is outrageous. In light of all the violence and chaos that Trump loves, my question is, where is the Catholic Church on these issues; why the silence? What happened in Charlottesville, Virginia, was startling. These groups hate blacks, Jews and Catholics, yet there is no denunciation of them or a cry for peace. The church is a multibilliondollar operation. Who does the church help? Who benefits from the church locally? My attitude toward all organized religion has changed. I believe in the Holy Trinity but no longer can support the men who run these religious institutions. Silence can be a crime. To sit back in silence makes people in religious denominations equal to those carrying out the crimes. How many people must die before they speak up?

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U.S. complicit in massive Saudi war crimes It’s the type of photo that Saudi Arabian and U.S. officials don’t want you to see. It’s of a young Yemeni boy, acutely malnourished like 2 million other children in Yemen — caught up in what the United Nations calls the “world’s largest humanitarian crisis.” Their suffering is largely a result of monstrous misconduct by a Saudi-led coalition that is supported by the United States and Britain. Let’s be blunt: With U.S. and U.K. complicity, the Saudi government is committing war crimes. “The country is on the brink of famine, with over 60 percent of the population not knowing where their next meal will come from,” the leaders of the U.N. World Food Program, UNICEF and the World Health Organization said in an unusual joint statement. Yemen, always an impoverished country, has been upended for two years by fighting between the Saudibacked military coalition and Houthi rebels and their allies (with limited support from Iran). The Saudis regularly bomb civilians and, worse, they have closed the airspace and imposed a blockade to starve the rebelheld areas into submission. That means that ordinary Yemenis, including children, die in bombings or starve.

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Saudis actually would shoot million Yemenis are in need down a plane just because I of emergency assistance, and was on it, but the U.N. isn’t a child dies every five mintaking chances. utes. Yet few Americans This is maddening: Saudi know about the daily bloodArabia successfully black- shed, near-famine conditions mails the Unitand a raging ed Nations to TOMORROW’S cholera epidembar journalists COLUMNISTS ic.”If we feel that so as to prevent c o ve r a g e o f shame, we Roderick Random Saudi atrocishould cut off Thomas L. Friedman ties. military trans“The situafers to Saudi tion in Yemen is a disgrace Arabia until it ends its stranthat brings shame to our gulation of Yemen. global community,” says The civil war in Yemen Michelle Nunn, president of started as a local conflict, but CARE USA. “More than 20 Saudi Arabia rushed in

because of exaggerated fears of Iranian influence there. All parties have behaved outrageously. But it’s our side that appears to be responsible for the most deaths: A draft U.N. report says that the Saudi-led coalition is responsible for 65 percent more deaths of children than the Houthis and their allies, and it’s the Saudis who have imposed the blockade that is leading to starvation. In addition, the world’s worst cholera epidemic has broken out in Yemen, partly because so many people are malnourished. An additional 5,000 Yemenis are infected with cholera each day. The Saudis say, correctly, that they are also providing large amounts of aid to Yemen. But bombing and starving civilians is not excused if one provides Band-Aids afterward. This catastrophe started under President Barack Obama, although he tried — not nearly enough — to rein in Saudi Arabia. President Donald Trump has removed the reins and embraced the rash and inexperienced Saudi crown prince, Mohammed bin Salman, who is overseeing the assault on Yemen. “ Ye m e n i s a m o r a l , humanitarian and strategic HANI MOHAMMED / ASSOCIATED PRESS disaster for America,” says Residents of Sanna, Yemen, gather Aug. 25 at a house Aaron David Miller, a former that was destroyed in a Saudi airstrike that killed at State Department Middle

Buthaina, a girl believed to be 4 or 5, was the only survivor in her family of a bombing last week by the Saudi coalition that killed 14 people. Human Rights Watch repeatedly has concluded that many Saudi airstrikes were probable war crimes and that the U.S. shares responsibility because it provides the Saudis with air-toair refueling and intelligence used for airstrikes, as well as with much of the weaponry. Yet victims like Buthaina aren’t on our television screens and rarely make the news pages, in part because Saudi Arabia is successfully blocking foreign journalists from the rebel-held areas. I know, because I’ve been trying for almost a year to get there and thought I had arranged a visit for this week — and then Saudi Arabia shut me down. With commercial flights banned, the way into rebel areas is on charter flights arranged by the United Nations and aid groups. But Saudi military jets control this airspace and ban any flight if there’s a journalist onboard. I don’t think the least 14 civilians.

ers using internment camps in extreme heat, parading women and juvenile offenders for the cameras in chain g a n g s, a n d d e g r a d i n g inmates in creative acts of bullying. This is not patriotism; it is the abuse of power BY MICHAEL GERSON in the cause of bigotry. THE WASHINGTON POST Others have commented WASHINGTON — Repeti- on the legal precedent of tion is the enemy of main- effectively pardoning sometaining proper distinctions. one for abusing the constituIt is a short road from tional rights of an being serially outethnic minority. Done raged to being slightin a manner that ly bored to being comemploys the pardon pletely inured. power as a reward for Thus many are p o l i t i c a l l oya l t y. likely to find the parResulting from a prodon of former Arizo- GERSON cess that evidently na county sheriff did not involve the Joseph Arpaio to be just normal review and recomanother ... something. Just mendation of the Departanother public feeding of ment of Justice’s pardon Donald Trump’s base, or just attorney. Was White House an additional shiny distrac- Counsel Donald McGahn — tion from real issues, or just a reputed libertarian — one more cause for head- involved in this permission shaking and shoulder-shrug- for swaggering government ging, or just further evidence oppression? Better question: of the tawdry political com- Why did he not resign in propany kept by the president of test? And how about Gary the United States. Cohn, who famously almost This would be a mistake. resigned over events in CharThis action is not “just” any- lottesville, demanding that thing. Following his expres- the president “must do betsion of sympathy for the ter.” Does he think the Arpa“very fine people” attending io pardon is doing better? a white supremacist rally in Congressional RepubliCharlottesville — who were, cans often have taken a waithe said, defending “our histo- and-see attitude toward the ry and heritage” —Trump dishonoring and destruction must have known his next of their party. Now they can move would be highly sym- hardly deny that Trump’s bolic, either as a retreat from worst moments are his most prejudice or as its affirma- authentic moments, or that tion. What followed with the his definition of loyalty Arpaio pardon constitutes requires defending the indethe most forthright racist fensible. incitement of the Trump era. A few voices — including Trump has called Arpaio a both Arizona senators and “great American patriot,” House Speaker Paul Ryan — employing a definition of were critical of the pardon. patriotism that includes But hearings demanding an extreme ethnic profiling, ter- account of the pardon’s purror raids, and cruel and pose and process would demunusual punishment. A defi- onstrate seriousness in the nition of patriotism that cov- only task — the only path of

self-respect and self-preservation — left to Republican leaders: attempting to salvage a party identity separate from racism. These legal and political ramifications are clear enough. But it is the moral damage that is deepest: the stoking of tribal hatreds; the reckless fracturing of national unity; and the statement made about human worth. A society’s treatment of prisoners is a measure of its commitment to human dignity. Some of these men and women are guilty only of the wrong geography in trying to feed their families. Others have done terrible things. But they are still — all of them — men and women, human beings, at the complete mercy of the state. According to Jewish and Christian teaching, they bear God’s image, which can never be completely effaced. Treating them humanely is the expression of a defining national belief: that human rights are not earned or granted, they are recognized. Or not. Arpaio made a career of dehumanizing prisoners in his charge. His pardon sends the signal that some people are less than human. In one sense, this is perfectly consistent. Trump has employed dehumanization as a political tool from the start — of refugees, of migrants, of Muslims. By his pardon of Arpaio, he has metaphorically pardoned his own cruel and divisive approach to politics. It is a further step in Trump’s normalization and entrenchment of bigotry in our public life. This creates a personal dilemma for many Republicans. How do they explain to their neighbors, and to their own children, their involvement with an institution that

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East analyst who advised both Republican and Democratic administrations. “U.S. policy is being driven by its pro-Saudi proclivities and its own desire to contain Iran. But by enabling Riyadh, it’s only making an already fraught situation worse.” What do we do? Jan Egeland, a former senior U.N. official who now leads the Norwegian Refugee Council, urges an immediate ceasefire, a lifting of the embargo on Yemen, and peace talks led by the U.N., the U.S. and the U.K., forcing both sides to compromise. A glimpse of moral leadership has come from the U.S. Senate. A remarkable 47 senators in June voted to block a major arms sale to Saudi Arabia, largely because of qualms about Saudi conduct in Yemen. Those senators are right, and we should halt all arms transfers to Saudi Arabia until it ends the blockade and bombings. We Americans have sometimes wondered how Russia can possibly be so Machiavellian as to support its Syrian government allies as they bomb and starve civilians. Yet we’re doing the same thing with Saudi Arabia, and it’s just as unconscionable when we’re the ones complicit in war crimes.

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Lions’ Toney proves size doesn’tt matter With PSU looking for depth on line, Imhotep Charter graduate fits bill. BY DONNIE COLLINS STAFF WRITER

STATE COLLEGE — When Penn State recruited Shaka Toney out of Imhotep Charter, he looked mostly like a slight, dramatically undersized defensive end wreaking havoc on Philadelphia high school gridirons. A project, the scouting services called him. He’d need to add about 40 pounds to his 6-foot-

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3, 210-pound frame to play at defensive end in the Big Ten, they added. He might be better off moving to linebacker, they concluded. Instead,PennStatekepthim at his high school position. Two years later, surrounded by 300-pound offensive linemen and working alongside 290-pound tackles, Toney looks about the same.

Like a slight, dramatically undersized defensive end. Common sense would insist he’s still a project. Except, the now 218-pound Toney is doing something 218-pound defensive ends aren’t supposed to be able to do in bigtime college football. He’s making his coaches think. “Shaka is a guy who everybody is going to say, ‘Well, he’s not 260 pounds, so he can’t play D-end in the Big Ten,’ ” Penn State head coach James Franklin said. “I don’t know about that. “I remember walking in

during spring ball and telling our coaches, change your mindset. Don’t allow the fact that this guy is not this or that make you say he can’t play because of that. Watch the tape. Watch the tape and how he is straining in the run game more than he ever has. Watch him in the pass game, on his third step before the offensive tackle has taken his first.” The Nittany Lions enter the 2017 season as, suddenly, one of the most game-experienced teams in the Big Ten. But, they do have to replace both of the starting defen-

sive ends. Sophomore Sha areef Miller had a bit of a breakout campaign in 20166, and even if he hasn’t been ass spectacular, senior Torrencee Brown has been as steady ass the sunrise. They’ll likely y start, but the Nittany Lionss are also looking for depth h, and preferably, depth tha at can rush the passer. Penn State’s returning g defensive ends tallied just 5½ sacks last season, which h is opening up significant potential playing time forr two redshirt freshmen: n: Shane Simmons and Toney, Please see TONEY, Page B3

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OFFENSIV Suddenly, the E LINE VS. DEFENSIV Nittany Lions E LINE nant group are a potentially up OFFENSIVE domifirst start at front. Connor McGovern LINE VS. center since Akron could expect him his Lake-Lehmwill make his be a pretty good DEFENSIVE LINE to what rebuilt challenge for rave reviews be a rock. Ryan Bates an days, but Nittany the somehas at back four starters, Lions front four. The Steven Gonzalezleft tackle, and Brendan received Zips bring addition, sophomoreand they’re excited Mahon and provide a strong Zips are deep guard LT Trevor Brown. about the lone a solid prospect. en and Darius up front, and they return combo. The RG Kyle Ritz is sters, especially PSU will hope to play couldn’t stop Copeland in the middle. Brock Boxsome at DE. Can chholz, Colin Shareef Miller, youngtougher. EDGE:the run last year and will But Akron Castagna, Shane Ryan Buhave to be Penn State Toney make a bigger impact? Simmons and Shaka EDGE: Penn QUARTERBACK/RE State CEIVERS VS. QUARTERBACKS/R Penn State SECONDARY head coach ECEIVERS Good news again this week, James for Akron: Veteran VS. SECONDARY as he said mostFranklin said it as Woodson If he were coaching quarterback of last is back, and Thomthrowing for he was solid pect his defense against Penn State, season: How much 2,079 last will Lions’ all-world to focus on stopping he’d exjust six interceptio yards and 18 touchdownseason, State’s special Penn s with And, he’d force running back Saquon the Nittany teams most-accomplishedns. The bad news: miss Tyler Yazujian? Barkley. He his receivers quarterback Trace McSorley track star Kwadarriureceivers. He’ll be loses his two Long snappers to and s Smith against counting on “I’m not sure,”beat him consistently. are like a PSU secondary house pipes. CB Grant Haley he conceded, that is deep, Nobody tion.” ed with his “that’s a great experience pays attention top opThe Penn State game with an target, senior Austin Wolf, d and testuntil somethingto them offense busted injury. EDGE: out for the 20 yards or goes Penn State 91 plays of wrong. more came courtesy last season, and 65 Penn State of them of McSorley’s RUNNING BACKS is and feet of arm and the VS. LINEBACK The Nittany the graduated replacing receivers like Lions have dre Thompkins ERS Yazujian, Mike Gesicki, hands completely backing corps a steady, , DeAnSaeed almost rebuilt Blacknall, Irvin around MLB and DaeSean mous two-year, anonyaccomplished Jason Cabinda, the lineCharles season, and Hamilton. All of them and underrated their most per today when long-snapreturn this Bowen and the defender. He, Koa freakishly gifted Nittany Lions will also Manny paupack grad Wallenagainst spreads Farmer have plenty of be 6-foot-4, adding Juwan Johnson Kyle Vasey 227-pound experience like Akron’s, steps in. If sophomor talented, and more consistent but RB Warren Vasey does ter his breakthrou he can be a ly into the mix e Ball is his job, his on the field. major factor afname won’t On paper, Penn gh spring. EDGE: Penn if he can stay get mentioned State State is as any team in , and fans deep and gifted won’t even the Big Ten as know at expect Zips there. But Franklinhe’s coach Terry the skill positions, but Bowden and take Franklin’s been impressed has his as much as advice. They’ll try to slow staff to as much by his work possible, especially Barkley ethic as his en of their 12 This is still considerin a consistent snapping opponents Miles Sanders question mark for Penn 200 yards against rushed for more g sevin camp, and State, but than the staff has showed promise returning he Akron will stay them in 2016. long been waiting seem concerned didn’t kicks, and in the game kins to break can prevent only as long for DeAndre those jian’s departure YazuThompa few potentialthrough bringing back But Kyron Brown big plays in the passingas it punts. Akron affect the specialwould game. has Edwards Jr., gamebreakers in A.J. ley are first-time and Rutgers transfer teams Coney who units. Darian both starters and Daihad 75-yard son. But, PSU’s put plenty of at returns last Van pressure on cornerback, which will coverage units “He watched good. EDGE: Alvin Davis their returning one of are potentially seaand Zach Guiser. Penn State the more consistent safeties, very EDGE: Penn guys we’ve had in State our program RUNNING over the last The Zips have BACKS VS. LINEBACK two years, and that to three ERS good competiti good options at lineba has bee k

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“Our objective out there and is to go play our best ballgame put ourselves and try to in a position to win. But, we we’re dealing know what with. The Big Ten champion. dealing with We’re not a program with a new coach who has to rebuild We’re talking it anymore. the champion, with Big Ten two Heisman Trophy candidates at quarterback and back, and they’re running going to put the ball in It’s a big task their hands. for us.” — Akron head Terry Bowden, coach conﬁdence his on the quiet experienced Zips have against No. 6 Penn State on Saturday.

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AK Warren The former reserve — he Carlos Hyde a Elliott — is co season-ending fered in the Zip game against la The 6-foot-3, 23 boasts a 4.4-se 40-yard dash tim 39-inch vertical a 10-foot-8 broadj When Sports Illu ranked the top 40 warriors” in colleg this summer, Ball No. 22 while his game counterparo t State running back Barkley, was No. 1. PENN STAT Manny Bowen, Bowen was suspe for the Rose Bowl, his presence would helped against Sam Darnold, USC able to create who w in the pocket extra without consistent pass rush threatening him. ing to Pro FootballAcco Foc Bowen’s 2016 pass r productivity is the bes among any returning B Ten linebacker, and it’s particularly close. Expe him to improve sacks and 8½ on the t loss he had tackles f last season

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OFF CHANCE Adams struggles against Rochester in home finale

Amateur fights moving indoors Threat of rain pushes Street Fight inside Hilton. BY HERB SMITH STAFF WRITER

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RailRiders’ Miguel Andujar, left, fields the ball before throwing to first for an out during Thursday night’s game against Rochester. RailRiders with a 5-1 win Thursday at a packed PNC Field for the regular-season home finale. It’s the first time Adams Today allowed five runs in a game since at Lehigh Valley BY CONOR FOLEY Aug. 11, 2016. 7:05 p.m. STAFF WRITER “Once he gave up the lead, he MOOSIC — Chance Adams’ started elevating with all his season ERA sits at 2.89. 23-year-old righty for five runs on pitches,” RailRiders manager Al Against Rochester, it’s 4.88. seven hits and avoided a four- Pedrique said. “He didn’t have the The Red Wings battered the game sweep at the hands of the same command working behind

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the count. He gave up a couple hard singles and then they ended up scoring those two runs and it seemed like that killed the momentum.” Adams retired nine of the first 10 batters of the game, including seven straight at one point. The second time through the order, Rochester squared him up. Please see ’RIDERS, Page B4

An outdoor amateur boxing card scheduled for Saturday is being moved inside because of the threat of rain. Fight4Vets presents Street Fight was scheduled to be held on the 100 block of Adams Avenue. But with rain in the forecast, the card will move inside the Hilton Scranton and Conference Center with doors opening at 6 p.m. “I’m very disappointed,” promoter Doug Long said. “The forecast looked clear last Sunday and I had everything cleared but it deteriorated and with (Tropical Storm) Harvey at my back door, no one could give me a clear answer of zero percent chance of rain.” There is a 40 percent chance of rain Saturday according to Weather.com. “I couldn’t put my company or the fans in jeopardy,” Long said. “I was asking everybody and on Wednesday I was told I was looking at some kind of precipitation during the show. It’s unfortunate because I had a lot of surprises coming but safety comes first.” The card currently has 19 bouts scheduled featuring fighters from Scranton’s Irish Boxing Club including Nelson Morales, Henry Pena, Joe Ve ga, Craig Kujawski, Amal Pillia and Please see BOXING, Page B4

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All-Region transfer Hivner not yet eligible District 2 chairman awaits paperwork for Trail linebacker. BY JOBY FAWCETT STAFF WRITER

An All-Region linebacker who transferred into the Lackawanna Trail School District after his family relocated from Clarks Summit to Factoryville is not eligible

OWEN HIVNER Played for Comets in 2016

to play football tonight for the Lions. O w e n H i v n e r, w h o intends to play football and also wrestle, has not been

cleared for competition by the District 2 committee, according to District 2 chairman Frank Majikes, who said Thursday night he is awaiting transfer paperwork regarding Hivner, a former Abington Heights student. Lackawanna Trail (1-0) hosts Dunmore (1-0) tonight at 7 in a Lackawanna Football Conference Division III game.

Last week, Lackawanna Trail opened the season with a 25-21 win over Mid Valley, but Hivner did not play. Lackawanna Trail athletic director Harry Powell said his school has done everything properly with the transferring student regarding his eligibility. Powell said he and high school principal Mark Murphy made sure the

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When: Saturday, 7 p.m. Where: Hilton Scranton and Conference Center, 100 Adams Ave., Scranton Tickets: Cost $25-$40 and are available at: ■ Hilton Scranton & Conference Center, 100 Adams Avenue. ■ Weston Fieldhouse, Providence Road, ■ Dooley’s Pub & Eatery, 120 Oak Street, Old Forge. ■ Morganz Pub & Eatery, 315 Green Ridge Street.

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BOXING REPORT: In the WBA/IBF/WBC middleweight title ﬁght Sept. 16, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Gennady (Triple G) Golovkin (37-0-0, 33 KOs) is -$150 vs. Saul “Canelo” Alvarez (49-1-1, 34 KOs) is +$130. BASEBALL Favorite Points Underdog American League Indians -$250 ( 9.0 ) TIGERS Indians -$165 ( 9.5 ) TIGERS ORIOLES -$160 (10.0 ) Blue Jays YANKEES -$155 ( 9.0 ) Red Sox RANGERS -$112 (10.5 ) Angels TWINS -$128 ( 9.5 ) Royals Rays -$162 ( 9.5 ) WHITE SOX MARINERS -$120 ( 9.0 ) A’s National League CUBS -$220 ( NL ) Braves PIRATES -$130 ( 7.5 ) Reds MARLINS -$165 ( 9.5 ) Phillies BREWERS -$135 ( 9.0 ) Nationals ROCKIES -$105 (12.0 ) D’backs Dodgers -$240 ( 7.0 ) PADRES GIANTS -$107 ( 8.5 ) Cards NOTE: The number inside the bracket is the over/under run total for the game. NFL Favorite Points Underdog Open Current O/U Thursday PATRIOTS 7 9 (48.5) Chiefs Sept. 10 BILLS 6.5 6.5 (41.5) Jets Falcons 6 7 (50.5) BEARS TEXANS 4.5 4.5 (40.5) Jaguars REDSKINS 2.5 1 (48.5) Eagles LIONS 2.5 1 (48.5) Cards TITANS PK 1 (51.5) Raiders Bucs 1 (M) 2 (45.5) DOLPHINS BENGALS 1 3 (42.5) Ravens Steelers 9.5 9 (47.5) BROWNS Colts 3 NL ( NL ) RAMS PACKERS 2.5 3 (50.0) Seahawks Panthers 4 5.5 (48.5) 49ERS COWBOYS 6 3.5 (48.0) Giants Sept. 11 VIKINGS 4 3.5 (48.0) Saints BRONCOS 3.5 3.5 (43.5) Chargers Note: The opening lines were posted before the pre-season started. Note: The (M) after the opening line denotes that Miami opened as a favorite. College Football Favorite Points Underdog Open Current O/U E MICHIGAN 13.5 14 (59.0) Charlotte Washington 30.5 27.5 (52.5) RUTGERS Navy 12.5 9.5 (68.0) FLA ATL WISCONSIN 28.5 27.5 (51.5) Utah St Boston Coll 3 3.5 (50.5) NO ILLINOIS d-Colorado 6 3.5 (66.5) Colorado St Saturday MICH ST 18.5 17 (54.5) Bowl Green IOWA 12.5 12 (50.0) Wyoming MARSHALL PK 2 (45.5) Miami-Ohio CLEMSON 38.5 39.5 (51.5) Kent St UMass 1.5 (C) 2.5 (56.5) COAST CAR PENN ST 33 31 (65.5) Akron i-Louisville 25.5 25 (68.0) Purdue NEBRASKA 16.5 15 (47.5) Arkansas St N’WESTERN 24.5 24.5 (60.5) Nevada ILLINOIS 8 7 (56.0) Ball St OKLAHOMA 44.5 43.5 (62.5) Utep N CAROLINA 12 12 (56.5) California OLE MISS 24.5 24 (58.5) S Alabama USC 27.5 27.5 (58.5) W Mich n-Lsu 13 15 (47.0) Byu TEXAS 17 18.5 (55.5) Maryland NOTRE DAME 15.5 18 (54.5) Temple AUBURN 35 34 (59.5) Ga Southern GEORGIA 14 14 (45.5) App St Kentucky 10.5 10.5 (57.0) SO MISS Houston 13.5 PPD ( NL ) UTSA c-NC State 5.5 5.5 (53.0) S Carolina a-Michigan 3 5 (43.5) Florida Vanderbilt 5.5 3.5 (58.5) M. TENN ST at-Alabama 7 7 (49.5) Florida St BOISE ST 12.5 11 (62.5) Troy Sunday l-Va Tech 4.5 4.5 (51.5) W Virginia UCLA 3.5 4 (56.5) Texas A&M Monday at-Tennessee 3.5 3 (56.5) Ga Tech Note: The (C) after the opening line denotes that Coastal Carolina opened as a favorite. d- Denver, CO. i- Indianapolis, IN. n- New Orleans, LA. c- Charlotte, NC. a- Arlington, TX. l- Landover, MD. at- Atlanta, GA.

INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE SWB RailRiders at Lehigh Valley, 7:05 p.m. HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL (games start at 7 p.m.) Division III Riverside at Mid Valley Old Forge at Carbondale Area Dunmore at Lackawanna Trail Nonleague Scranton at Honesdale Delaware Valley at Valley View Abington Heights at North Pocono Wallenpaupack at West Scranton GAR at Western Wayne Meyers at Montrose HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS TENNIS Wallenpaupack at Abington Heights, 10 Scranton Prep at Delaware Valley, 4 HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS VOLLEYBALL (matches start at 5 p.m.) Lackawanna League Lackawanna Trail at Dunmore Elk Lake at Abington Heights Blue Ridge at Montrose Forest City at Western Wayne Susquehanna at Mountain View Wyoming Valley Conference North Pocono at MMI MEN’S SOCCER Centenary at Scranton, 7 Marywood at Skidmore, 6 Keystone at Rowan, 7:30 PSU-Hazleton at Clarks Summit, 4 WOMEN’S SOCCER Scranton vs. Stockton at Kean, 3 Albright at Marywood, 7 Staten Island at Keystone, 3 PSU-Hazleton at Clarks Summit, 2 COLLEGE FIELD HOCKEY Muhlenberg at Scranton, 4 Marywood at Vassar, 4 Keystone at Houghton Tournament WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL Wells at Scranton, 2:30 Mount Aloysius at Scranton, 6:30 Shenandoah at Scranton, 8:30 Marywood at Gettysburg Tournament, 3 Erie at Lackawanna, 7 COLLEGE CROSS COUNTRY Scranton, Marywood at Misericordia Invitational, 6

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YOUTH SPORTS TEENER LEAGUE FALL BALL Green Ridge 7 Abington 5 WP: Kaden Ford. 2B: Andrew Cimini (G), Cole Vida (A). 3B: Patrick Kennedy (G). Notes: Kennedy, Cimini, Ford, Nick Colarossi (G), Vida, 2 hits. LACKAWANNA FALL SOFTBALL Moscow Community Club 11 Western Side 6 HR: Dayle Smith (M). Notes: Smith, 2 hits. Career Uniforms 13 Foxy Ladies 4 WP: Emma Kobylanski. 2B: Lacy Harrington (C). 3B: Harrington. HR: Harrington. Notes: Harrington, 4 hits; Danielle Jason (C), 3 hits. Irie Softball 5 Nunzi Advertising 4 WP: Miranda Bohn. 2B: Bohn 2.

CLIPBOARD COACHES CLINIC — Scranton Prep will host a basketball coaching clinic Sept. 10 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. featuring PJ Carlesimo, Dave Pauley, Tom Evans, Phil Martelli Jr. and Joe Wootten. Cost is $35 and includes breakfast and lunch. To register: Andrew Kettel, 570-233-6162 or scrantonprepbasketball@gmail.com. FUNDRAISER — Cedar BMX will hold a benefit race Saturday at 6:30 p.m. for Anne Griffiths and her family, who lost their home in a fire. Practice will be from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Cost is $10 per rider. YOUTH SOFTBALL — Steamtown Maulers will host a 12U double-elimination tournament Oct. 26-29 at the Marvine Dutch Gap field. Cost is $150 and a new ball. Additional information: Jeff Lee, 570-406-2381.

TRANSACTIONS BASEBALL American League BOSTON RED SOX — Agreed to terms with OF Justin Pacchioli on a minor league contract. CLEVELAND INDIANS — Traded C Erik Kratz to the N.Y. Yankees for cash. Optioned RHP Shawn Armstrong to Columbus (IL). DETROIT TIGERS — Traded OF Justin Upton to the L.A. Angels for RHP Grayson Long and cash or a player to be named. Sent RHP Anibal Sanchez to West Michigan (MWL) for a rehab assignment. HOUSTON ASTROS — Placed C Evan Gattis on the 10-day DL. Designated RHP Dayan Diaz for assignment. Recalled C Juan Centeno from Fresno (PCL). Claimed OF Cameron Maybin off waivers from the L.A. Angels. Sent SS Carlos Correa to Corpus Christi (TL) and 3B Colin Moran to Quad Cities (MWL) for rehab assignments. MINNESOTA TWINS — Sent LHP Adalberto Mejia to Rochester (IL) for a rehab assignment. NEW YORK YANKEES — Optioned LHP Caleb Smith to Scranton/WilkesBarre (IL). Recalled RHP Giovanny Gallegos from Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. TAMPA BAY RAYS — Assigned 2B Taylor Featherston outright to Durham (IL). TEXAS RANGERS — Acquired RHP Miguel Gonzalez from the Chicago White Sox for INF Ti-Quan Forbes. Designated RHP Anthony Bass for assignment. National League ATLANTA BRAVES — Optioned RHP Jason Hursh to Gwinnett (IL). Sent 3B Adonis Garcia to the GCL Braves for a rehab assignment. CINCINNATI REDS — Placed C Tucker Barnhart on paternity leave. Recalled C Chad Wallach from Louisville (IL). MILWAUKEE BREWERS — Sent C Jett Bandy to Wisconsin (MWL) for a rehab assignment. PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES — Placed RHP Jerad Eickhoff on the 10-day DL. Claimed RHP Juan Nicasio off waivers from Pittsburgh. Designated 1B/OF Brock Stassi for assignment. Sent OFs Odubel Herrera and Aaron Altherr to Reading (EL) for a rehab assignment. Promoted vice president of sales and ticket operations John Weber to senior vice president of ticket operations and projects, and director of marketing and special projects Michael Harris to vice president of marketing and new media.

ST. LOUIS CARDINALS — Reinstated LHP Kevin Siegrist from the 10-day DL and designated him for assignment. Recalled RHP John Gant from Memphis (PCL). SAN DIEGO PADRES — Sent SS Erick Aybar to the AZL Padres for a rehab assignment. BASKETBALL National Basketball Association NBA — Fined the L.A. Lakers $500,000 for violating the league’s antitampering rule. CHICAGO BULLS — Named Shawn Respert director of player development, Nate Loenser assistant coach and Charlie Henry assistant coach of Windy City (NBAGL). Promoted Arnold Lee to assistant trainer. FOOTBALL National Football League DETROIT LIONS — Traded OL Laken Tomlinson to San Francisco for an undisclosed draft pick. KANSAS CITY CHIEFS — Released OL Jah Reid. PITTSBURGH STEELERS — Signed general manager Kevin Colbert to a contract extension through the 2020 draft. HOCKEY ECHL ATLANTA GLADIATORS — Signed F Patrick D’Amico and D Dalton Reum. IDAHO STEELHEADS — Agreed to terms with D Aaron Harstad on a oneyear contract. WORCESTER RAILERS — Signed RW Wade Murphy to a one-year contract. OLYMPIC SPORTS USADA — American weightlifter Zachary Wuebben accepted a four-year sanction after testing positive for multiple prohibited substances. COLLEGE DUKE — Signed athletic director Kevin White to a one-year contract extension through the 2021-22 academic year. HOBART — Named Kyle Turri men’s lacrosse defensive coordinator. MANHATTAN — Named Michael Alvarado men’s assistant basketball coach and RaShawn Stores special assistant. NEW MEXICO — Named Eddie Nunez athletic director and Trey Porras volunteer assistant baseball coach. RANDOLPH-MACON — Named Hannah Livermon assistant women’s basketball coach. YALE — Announced athletic director Thomas Beckett will retire at the end of the academic year in June.

F R IDA Y , SE P T E MBE R 1, 2017

Beach clinches championship

ric Beach capped off a championship season in style at Five Mile Point Speedway in Kirkwood, New York. The Factory Stock driver from Hallstead won two features Aug. 26. That gave him six victories to go along with three second-place finishes. He wound up with 636 points, which was 58 more than Charlie Towner, to clinch the title. He celebrated by going to Skyline Raceway in Cortland, New York, on Sunday and winning a 50-lap feature that was part of that track’s Full Fender Frenzy card. “We started off good, then we kind of messed up on the setup for about half the season,” Beach said. “But we figured it out the last couple of races and were pretty dominant.” This is Beach’s second track championship. In 2014, he had 10 wins and took the crown at Penn Can Speedway in Susquehanna. Family obligations have limited how much Beach could race in the past. “In my opinion, if you really want to be dominant at it, you have to be in the garage every single night,” Beach said. “But that’s rough on a family. You’ve got to give your family a break.” This season, however, with the help of friends Denny Decker and Ryan Stone, Beach was all in. Decker is a former driver from Bainbridge, New York, who was paralyzed in a crash at Afton Motorsports Park in 2012. Stone suggested they take Decker’s car, fix it and have Beach use it. “I’m actually in a car that my buddy was paralyzed in,” Beach said. “A lot of people told me you couldn’t pay them enough to get in that car. But we went overboard in making it safe. And I don’t really believe in the bad karma thing. We just made it happen.” Because of the car’s past history, winning the points title this year held sentimental meaning for Beach. “Denny was pumped,” Beach said. “He’s still pretty good at setting up a car. I would talk to him on the

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phone every couple nights. He gave me so much confidence. “And Ryan gets full credit for fabricating and welding this car together. I pretty much did grunt work — getting the tools, cutting the ends of the pipes off. He did every weld on the car and a lot of the designing.” Although the regular season at Five Mile Point is done, Beach plans to head to other tracks such as Outlaw Speedway in Dundee, New York, to compete in some of their remaining races. He also said he may step up to the Street Stock class next season.

Fast tracks Tonight’s program at Penn Can Speedway is highlighted by the Twin 20 Modified Spectacular with two 20-lap features. Sportsman, Factory Stocks, Four-Cylinder Stocks and Xcel Modifieds also are scheduled, beginning at 7 p.m. ... Saturday’s show at Hamlin Speedway is headlined by the Roy Smith Memorial, a 30-lap feature for Stage One Modifieds. All other divisions will also be in action, beginning at 6 p.m. ... Scranton’s Larry Kelleher placed 12th in the final 360 Sprint Car points race of the season at Selinsgrove Speedway on Aug. 26. He wound up seventh in the final standings with 3,060 points. ... Patriot Sprint Tour driver Jordan Thomas of Harding finished fifth at Ransomville Speedway in New York on Aug. 25 and 10th at Mercer Raceway Park on Aug. 26. ... Devon Zona from Montrose wound up second in the final standings in Crate Sportsman at Five Mile Point this season with 581 points. SCOTT WALSH covers motor sports for The Times-Tribune. Contact him at swalsh@ timesshamrock.com; 570-3489100 ext. 5109; and follow him @swalshTT on Twitter.

PENN CAN SPEEDWAY Aug. 25 results MODIFIED (30 laps) — Dan Pompey; Joey Grammes; Mike Colsten; Joey Colsten; Kevin Hartnett; Alan Rudalavage; Butch Getz; Mike Dougherty; Nick Petrilak; Brian Puckett; Darwin R. Greene; Kenny Sparks; Daniel Morden; Dan Solomon; Paul Rooney 602 SPORTSMAN (25 laps) — Mike Schane; Mike Nagle Jr.; Marty Bunker; Dusty Barton; Nick Branning; James O’Hara; Ray Leonard; Jeremy Williams; Moose Gulley; Tony Frable FACTORY STOCK (20 laps) — Buck Mills Jr.; Josh Towner; Ned Fitch; Chuck Culbertson; Paul Conklin; Kevin McDonald; Alicea Towner; Ken Washburn; Stephen Simpson. DQ: Tom Groover, Randy Fox FOUR-CYLINDER STOCKS (20 laps) — Mike Robinson; Frankie Kennedy; Nick Kennedy; Jeremy Warren; Clem Underwood; John Mason; Mike Wilmot; Justin Lawrence; Joshua Wilder; David Fox Jr.; Kenny Underwood XCEL MODIFIEDS (20 laps) — Tim Frantz; Jamie Frantz; Kamdin Maby; Bailey Boyd; Eric Boyd; Adam Mudge; Hunter Diehl; Grant Schibilia; Shawna Schibilia; Tyler Smith; Dusty Decker; Travis Fichter; Jason Smith HAMLIN SPEEDWAY Aug. 26 results ALL-STAR SLINGSHOTS — Taylor Mills, Jared Silfee, Austin Silfee, Cody Kline, Tyler Peet, Josh Marcus, Samantha Muller, Ashley Kober, Tanner VanDoren, Greg Zellman, Mike Taylor, Dale Kober, Alan Kober, John Gilroy Jr, Tanner Jones, Amanda Buchel, CJ Fritz, Troy Langendoerfer, Rachel Dickinson, Emily Fleming, Cole Stangle, Tess Horvath, Corey Zielinski (DNS) STAGE ONE MODIFIEDS — Joel Smith, Cody Motto, Cole Stangle, Anthony Recchio, Joel Price, Amanda Buchel, Mark Corna, Michael Samony, Mark Evans, John Mirabelli, Mike Jablonka, Evan Civick, Mark Connelly, Andrew Vreeland, John Bachetti Sr, John Bachetti Jr, Jasper Ziegafuse WINGLESS 270cc SPRINTS — Tyler Ulrich, Alex Reinsmith, Glenn Macomber, Kyle Ferrucci, Don Schmidt WINGLESS 600cc SPRINTS — Damon Paul, Danny Buccafusca, Mick D’Agostino, Doug Snyder, Eddie Strada, Chad Sandt, Tyler Ulrich, Jacob Balliet, Joel Smith, Ryan Neil, Joseph Smith, Colin White, Adam Huff, Mack Brink, Duane White, JD Casazza, Jake Roberts, Jason Muldowney, Jared Lilly, Cody Smith, Kenny Miller JUNIOR SLINGSHOTS — Jake Mason, Adam Buchel, Ryan Conrad, Shelby McLaughlin, James Costlow, Tyler Banks, Joey Kalafut, James Hendricks, John Kendall, Tanner VanDoren, James Benz, Austin Homan, JJ Rice, Mikey Johannes, Abby Yates SUPER SLINGSHOTS — Mike Taylor, Jim Conroy, John Gilroy, Dale Kober, Greg Zellman ROOKIE 600cc WINGLESS SPRINTS #1 — Joey Amantea, Tony Parlanti, Joe Nemeth, Ryan Lacoe, Jason Muldowney, Cody Powell, Chloe Andreas, Aidan Borden, Ryan Stangle, Mike Traver, Dennis Chamberlain ROOKIE 600cc WINGLESS SPRINTS #2 — Paul Richards Jr, Noah Zielinski, Zack Weisenﬂuh, Macy Litchauer, Carmen Leggio Sr, Savannah Leggio, Jack Hanna, Dennis Stawinski Jr, Ron Bosga, Rich Maguire, Tyler Lindsey STAGE ONE MODIFIEDS (Heldover feature Aug. 19) — Joel Smith, Cole Stangle, Cody Motto, Andrew Vreeland, Joel Price, John Mirabelli, Amanda Buchel, Mike Jablonka, Evan Civick, Mark Corna, John Bachetti Jr, Jasper Ziegafuse, Anthony Recchio FIVE MILE POINT SPEEDWAY Aug. 26 results MODIFIED FEATURE (30 laps) — Brian Weaver, Tyler Siri, Kevin Bates, Jesse Kline, Nick Rochinski, Joey Colsten, Mike Colsten, Mike Loney, Brad Szulewski, Dan Solomon, Randy Green, Aleia Geisler, David Doig, Mike Butler,

Glenn Knapp. DQ: P.J. Goodwin. CRATE SPORTSMAN SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP FEATURE (20 laps) — Kyle Rohner, Todd Titus, Tim Howell, Leo McGurrin, Brad Cicio, Devon Zona, Randy Gates, Tanner Harpell, Randy Fox, Kyle Pierce, Alex Yankowski, Joe Guastella, Gregg Turner, Mike Jackson, Adam Taft, Matt Cole, Blaine Klinger, Tom Hampton, Marty Bunker, Kenny Ryder, Rich Coons, Ray Leonard, Mike Senecal. 2017 TRACK CHAMPION: Kyle Rohner. STREET STOCK SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP FEATURE (25 laps) — Shane Wolf Jr., Doug Polhamus, Matt Bowman, Dan Mazzarese, Ray Lindquist, Ricky Davis Sr., Shane Wolf Sr. 2017 TRACK CHAMPION: Doug Polhamus LIGHTNING CAT EXPERT SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP FEATURE (15 laps) — Josh Wilder, Nick Kennedy, Mike Wilmot, Adam Gilbert, Dave Bainbridge, Rick Lunn, Andy Bolles, Mat Mather, Frank Smith, Greg Slater, Jason Colwell, Jake Maynard, Kenny Underwood, Dave Simms, Jimmy DiFulvio. DNS – Dennis Keesler. 2017 TRACK CHAMPION: Nick Kennedy. FACTORY STOCK SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP FEATURE (15 laps) — Eric Beach, Josh Towner, Tom Groover, Matt Millard, Alan Komar, Steve Mower, Justin Slezak, Charlie Towner, Josh Wilbur, Phil Clapper. DNS – Buck Mills Jr. 2017 TRACK CHAMPION: Eric Beach. LIGHTNING CAT NOVICE SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP FEATURE (12 laps) — Brian Salmini, Jason Colwell, Jerry Kingster, Mike Stark, Walter Decker, Brandon Golzak, Pat Everitt, Ryan Lamana, Bryant Beach, Edwin King, Bethany Bertram, John Maynard, Marisol Torrens, Jesse Torrens, Randy Lane. DNS – Ashley Slater. 2017 TRACK CHAMPION: Brian Salmini. SLINGSHOT SEASON CHAMPIONSHIP FEATURE (15 laps) — Dalton Maynard, Alex Boughton, Shane Lewis, Bob Boughton, Shane Lewis Sr. 2017 TRACK CHAMPION: Dalton Maynard EMPIRE SPORT TRUCKS FEATURE (15 laps) — Trey Palmer, Brandon Clapperton, Pete Christenson, Jeff Young, Kyle Lanfair, Bill Cooper, Bob Crandle, Derrick Brundge. CRATE SPORTSMAN FEATURE (Heldover from July 1; 20 laps) — Randy Fox, Kyle Pierce, Gregg Turner, Kyle Rohner, Devon Zona, Todd Titus, Leo McGurrin, Tim Howell, Matt Cole, Tanner Harpell, Marty Bunker, Mike Jackson, Randy Gates, Brad Cicio, Kenny Ryder, Joe Guastella, Ray Leonard, Tom Hampton, Adam Taft, Mike Senecal, Blaine Klinger. DNS – Del Howell, Leo Fotopoulos, Dustin Jordan, T.J. Frost, Corey Cormier, Bryce Martin, Jeremy Williams, Tighe Sherlock, Michael Bull, Tyler Johnston, Tom Princiotta, Craig Monroe, Colby Hendrickson. STREET STOCK FEATURE (Heldover from July 1; 20 laps) — Shane Wolf Jr., Matt Bowman, Shane Wolf Sr., Ray Lindquist, Doug Polhamus, Dan Mazzarese, Rick Davis Sr. DNS – Doug Stack Jr., Lanson Albanese, Jon White. FACTORY STOCK FEATURE (Heldover from July 1; 15 laps) — Eric Beach, Josh Wilder, Josh Towner, Tom Groover, Charlie Towner, Steve Mower, Justin Slezak, Matt Millard. DNS – Phil Clapper SLINGSHOT FEATURE (Heldover from July 1; 15 laps) — Dalton Maynard, Shane Lewis Jr., Bob Boughton, Alex Boughton, Shane Lewis Sr. DNS – Logan Starr, Blaine Klinger. LIGHTNING CAT NOVICE FEATURE (Heldover from July 1) — John Maynard, Walter Decker, Brian Salmini, Randy Lane, Pat Everitt, Bryant Beach, Marisol Torrens, Edwin King, Ashley Slater, Jason Colwell, Mike Stark. DNS – Dylan Maryott, David Fox, Jim Backowski, Shawny Hazel. EMPIRE SPORT TRUCK FEATURE (Heldover from Aug. 19; 15 laps) — Trey Palmer, Bob Crandle, Brandon Clapperton, Pete Christensen, Jeff Young, Jerry Lanfair, Derrick Brundge. DNS – Bill Cooper.

Lackawanna opener canceled STAFF REPORT

Lackawanna College will have to wait a little longer to kick off its football season. The Falcons were scheduled to open their campaign Saturday night against Gattaca at Scranton Memorial Stadium. However, that game has been canceled. Gattaca, which is based in West Windsor, New Jersey, does not have enough players to field a team. Instead, Lackawanna’s season begins Sept. 9 at Hudson Valley Community Col-

COLLEGE lege. The Falcons’ first home game is Sept. 16 against the New Jersey Warriors. Coming off a 10-1 season where its lone loss occurred in double overtime to Mesa Community College in the Valley of the Sun Bowl in Arizona, Lackawanna is ranked No. 5 in the NJCAA preseason Top 20 poll. That is the highest ranking at the start of a season in program history.

King’s 30, Moravian 27 King’s quarterback Zach Whitehead avoided costly mistakes and ran for three touchdowns, while kicker Mike Tumminello made all three of his field goal attempts, his last a 38-yarder that proved the game-winner Thursday night at McCarthy Stadium. In the first Thursday night game ever at King’s, the Monarchs started their season 1-0 for the fist time since 2009. Whitehead went 27 for 44

for 309 yards and ran for a team-high 83 yards on 20 carries.

Men’s soccer Lackawanna Colle ge men’s soccer dropped its season opener, 3-0, to the County College of Morris. The Titans scored a pair of goals in the first half and limited Lackawanna to six shots on goal. Contact the writer: sports@timesshamrock.com; 570-348-9125; @sportsTT on Twitter

FOOTBALL: Linebacker Hivner not eligible FROM PAGE B1

“We wanted to do everything by the book concerning this transfer,” Powell said. “We took everything step by step. We wanted to be very careful and over-the-top safe. He is a residence transfer.” In his junior season at Abington Heights, the 5-foot11, 180-pound Hivner, led the team with 144 tackles, four forced fumbles and two interceptions as the Comets won the District 2 Class 5A championship. He had eight games with double-digit tackles and a season-high 15

against Delaware Valley.

Helping hands West Scranton athletic director Rick Bresser announced via Twitter that athletes from Wallenpaupack and West Scranton will be “collecting gently used Invader/Buckhorn clothing Friday night,” at Valor Field at Scranton Memorial Stadium. It is their way of contributing to those in Houston who are impacted by Hurricane Harvey. University of Houston men’s basketball coach Kelvin Sampson made

COLLEGE FOOTBALL SCORES Thursday’s Scores EAST California (Pa.) 36, Ohio Dominican 34 Delaware 22, Delaware St. 3 New Hampshire 24, Maine 23 UConn 27, Holy Cross 20 Wagner 37, St. Anselm 7

SOUTH Mercer 48, Jacksonville 7 Morehead St. 56, Kentucky Christian 14 Murray St. 67, Kentucky Wesleyan 7 Nicholls 37, McNeese St. 35 Tennessee St. 17, Georgia St. 10 UCF 61, FIU 17 UT-Martin 36, Clarion 0 W. Illinois 41, Tennessee Tech 14 Wake Forest 51, Presbyterian 7

MIDWEST Cincinnati 26, Austin Peay 14 E. Illinois 22, Indiana St. 20 Minnesota 17, Buffalo 7 Rhode Island 27, Cent. Michigan 24, 3OT S. Dakota St. 51, Duquesne 13 St. Xavier 32, Marian (Ind.) 27 Toledo 47, Elon 13 Winona St. 30, Bemidji St. 20 Ohio St. 49, Indiana 21

SOUTHWEST Arkansas 49, Florida A&M 7 Okla. Panhandle St. 10, McMurry 0 Oklahoma St. 59, Tulsa 24

FAR WEST Utah 37, North Dakota 16 Idaho St. 37, W. Oregon 6

a request on Twitter to coaches at all levels to send “20 of your school’s T-shirts and 10 pairs of shoes” to Kelvin Sampson, University of Houston Basketball, Guy V. Lewis Development Center, 3480 Cullen Boulevard, Houston, Texas, 77204. Sampson added: “For those who can’t send this request, please send whatever you can.” “I reached out to our administration and Ann Marie Simons at Wallenpaupack and tried to come up with the best way to collect,

since we are not in school,” Bresser said. “We all agreed that collecting (tonight) would be our best shot. “We will have representatives from student council at the gates collecting gently used apparel from both West Scranton and Wallenpaupack. We also hope to collect change at the game so we can also send a monetary donation on behalf of both schools.” Contact the writer: jbfawcett@timesshamrock.com; 570-348-9125; @JobyFawcett26 on Twitter

GOLF LPGA-Cambia Portland Classic Scores Thursday At Columbia Edgewater CC Portland, Ore. Purse: $1.3 million Yardage: 6,476; Par: 72 (36–36) (a-amateur) First Round In Gee Chun 34–32 – 66 Cheyenne Woods 33–34 – 67 Nicole Broch Larsen 32–35 – 67 Nasa Hataoka 34–33 – 67 Cindy LaCrosse 32–35 – 67 Moriya Jutanugarn 35–32 – 67 Brooke M. Henderson 35–32 – 67 Amelia Lewis 34–34 – 68 Lexi Thompson 32–36 – 68

Candie Kung Wichanee Meechai Aditi Ashok Dani Holmqvist Brianna Do Jacqui Concolino Ilhee Lee Lee-Anne Pace Dori Carter Caroline Hedwall Wei-Ling Hsu Mel Reid Jodi Ewart Shadoff Gaby Lopez Gerina Piller Ai Miyazato Sandra Gal

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SATURDAY, NOON

at BEAVER STADIUM

PENN STATE vs. AKRON ZIPS (0-0, MID-AMERICAN)

NITTANY LIONS (0-0, BIG TEN)

TV: ABC • WEB: gopsusports.com • RADIO: WILK 910 AM (Scranton), 980 AM (Wilkes-Barre) and 1300 AM (Hazleton); Sirius Ch. 81; XM Ch. 81 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

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PLAYERS TO WATCH

PSU LEADS, 5-0 Last meeting: Sept. 6, 2014 It was, in almost every way, a rather nondescript battle. Penn State dominated the Zips, 21-3. Jesse James hauled in a pair of touchdowns from Christian Hackenberg as the Nittany Lions celebrated a win in its 2014 home opener. It was the ﬁrst game in which the Nittany Lions were led into Beaver Stadium by their new head coach, James Franklin.

FUN FACT The second coach in Akron’s 116-year football history was John Heisman, who the school then known as Buchtel College hired in 1893 to coach football and baseball. He coached two seasons, going 6-2, and during his time at Akron, he helped invent a new-fangled football technique known as “the snap.” Heisman would later go on to lead Georgia Tech to the 1917 national championship in a transcendent football career, which is immortalized today with the Heisman Trophy.

A QUOTE “Our objective is to go out there and play our best ballgame and try to put ourselves in a position to win. But, we know what we’re dealing with. The Big Ten champion. We’re not dealing with a program with a new coach who has to rebuild it anymore. We’re talking the Big Ten champion, with two Heisman Trophy candidates at quarterback and running back, and they’re going to put the ball in their hands. It’s a big task for us.” — Akron head coach Terry Bowden, on the quiet conﬁdence his experienced Zips have against No. 6 Penn State on Saturday.

BY THE NUMBERS

1 Win by Akron in 28 games against nationally ranked teams dating back to 1979. That lone victory: A 34-20 win over thenNo. 25 Marshall in 2002.

7 Consecutive wins for Penn State at Beaver Stadium, where it hasn’t lost since Nov. 21, 2015 against Michigan. That’s tied for the third-longest active streak in the FBS.

12 Average points per game by Akron in its ﬁve previous meetings against Penn State.

18 Years since Penn State ranked higher than No. 6 in the AP Poll. It was No. 3 to start the 1999 season and have ranked in the top 10 to open just one other season since (No. 9 in 2009).

44 Lettermen who return for Penn State, including 18 starters.

Saquon Barkley looks to turn the corner against USC during the 2017 Rose Bowl.

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MATCHUPS WHEN AKRON HAS THE BALL

WHEN PENN STATE HAS THE BALL OFFENSIVE LINE VS. DEFENSIVE LINE Suddenly, the Nittany Lions are a potentially dominant group up front. Connor McGovern will make his ﬁrst start at center since his Lake-Lehman days, but expect him to be a rock. Ryan Bates has received rave reviews at left tackle, and Brendan Mahon and Steven Gonzalez provide a strong guard combo. The Zips are deep up front, and they return Brock Boxen and Darius Copeland in the middle. But Akron couldn’t stop the run last year and will have to be tougher. EDGE: Penn State QUARTERBACK/RECEIVERS VS. SECONDARY Penn State head coach James Franklin said it again this week, as he said most of last season: If he were coaching against Penn State, he’d expect his defense to focus on stopping the Nittany Lions’ all-world running back Saquon Barkley. And, he’d force quarterback Trace McSorley and his receivers to beat him consistently. “I’m not sure,” he conceded, “that’s a great option.” Penn State busted 91 plays of 20 yards or more last season, and 65 came courtesy of McSorley’s arm and the hands and feet of receivers like Mike Gesicki, DeAndre Thompkins, Saeed Blacknall, Irvin Charles and DaeSean Hamilton. All of them return, and the Nittany Lions will also be adding freakishly gifted 6-foot-4, 227-pound sophomore Juwan Johnson more consistently into the mix after his breakthrough spring. On paper, Penn State is as deep and gifted as any team in the Big Ten at the skill positions, but expect Zips coach Terry Bowden and his staff to take Franklin’s advice. They’ll try to slow Barkley as much as possible, especially considering seven of their 12 opponents rushed for more than 200 yards against them in 2016. Akron will stay in the game only as long as it can prevent those big plays in the passing game. But Kyron Brown and Rutgers transfer Darian Dailey are ﬁrst-time starters at cornerback, which will put plenty of pressure on their returning safeties, Alvin Davis and Zach Guiser. EDGE: Penn State RUNNING BACKS VS. LINEBACKERS The Zips have good options at linebacker, and a good competition in camp has pushed senior Andrew Hauser into the starting MLB spot alongside one of the top defenders in the MAC, WLB Ulysees Gilbert III. But they’ll have to watch Barkley not just as a rusher, but as a receiver. And, Penn State is threatening to unleash new ways to get the football in their best player’s hands. EDGE: Penn State

OFFENSIVE LINE VS. DEFENSIVE LINE Akron could be a pretty good challenge for the somewhat rebuilt Nittany Lions front four. The Zips bring back four starters, and they’re excited about the lone addition, sophomore LT Trevor Brown. RG Kyle Ritz is a solid prospect. PSU will hope to play some youngsters, especially at DE. Can Shareef Miller, Ryan Buchholz, Colin Castagna, Shane Simmons and Shaka Toney make a bigger impact? EDGE: Penn State QUARTERBACKS/RECEIVERS VS. SECONDARY Good news for Akron: Veteran quarterback Thomas Woodson is back, and he was solid last season, throwing for 2,079 yards and 18 touchdowns with just six interceptions. The bad news: He loses his two most-accomplished receivers. He’ll be counting on track star Kwadarrius Smith against CB Grant Haley a PSU secondary that is deep, experienced and tested with his top target, senior Austin Wolf, out for the game with an injury. EDGE: Penn State RUNNING BACKS VS. LINEBACKERS The Nittany Lions have completely rebuilt the linebacking corps around MLB Jason Cabinda, their most accomplished and underrated defender. He, Manny Bowen and Koa Farmer have plenty of experience against spreads like Akron’s, but RB Warren Ball is talented, and he can be a major factor if he can stay on the ﬁeld. EDGE: Penn State

RETURN GAME This is still a question mark for Penn State, but Miles Sanders showed promise returning kicks, and the staff has long been waiting for DeAndre Thompkins to break through bringing back punts. Akron has a few potential gamebreakers in A.J. Coney and Van Edwards Jr., who both had 75-yard returns last season. But, PSU’s coverage units are potentially very good. EDGE: Penn State

KICKING GAME Penn State is stunningly good. Tyler Davis is an accurate FG kicker, and punter Blake Gillikin controls the ﬁeld position game, netting the Lions 40.3 yards worth of position on every punt in ’16. Akron’s kicking game is experienced, led by kicker Tom O’Leary, who hit 10 of 11 kicks last season. Punter Nick Gasser landed 22 of his 59 boots inside the opposing 20 but averaged just 37.7 per kick. EDGE: Penn State

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“Weight is only one aspect. But he makes up for it in so many other ways.” Brent Pry Nittany Lions defensive coordinator

finds himself in contention for even a backup role. But Nittany Lions defensive coordinator Brent Pry believes there is a place in college football for the undersized end, especially in the spread offense era. They have to have special attributes, though. The lighting-quick first step Franklin and Spencer mentioned. An understanding of leverage. An

THE BIG QUESTION How much will Penn State’s special teams miss Tyler Yazujian? Long snappers are like house pipes. Nobody pays attention to them until something goes wrong. Penn State is replacing the graduated Yazujian, a steady, almost anonymous two-year, long-snapper Saturday when Wallenpaupack grad Kyle Vasey steps in. If Vasey does his job, his name won’t get mentioned, and fans won’t even know he’s there. But Franklin is impressed as much by his work ethic as his consistent snapping in camp, and he didn’t seem concerned Yazujian’s departure would affect the special teams units. “He watched one of the more consistent guys we’ve had in our program over the last two to three years, and that has been really, really important in his development,” Franklin said of Vasey. “It’s something he takes a lot of pride in. He’s very serious.”

— DONNIE COLLINS

TONEY: Overcomes size disadvantage who despite his size, gave the Nittany Lions offensive linemen fits as the scout team’s player of the year in 2016, then again during spring practice. “Shaka knows he’s not a big kid,” defensive line coach Sean Spencer said. “What he does is make up for that with his speed, intelligence in the game. He has a tremendous first step get-off. And he plays with exceptional power for someone as slight as he is.” There are only five players on Big Ten rosters who are listed below 220 pounds, and only one besides Toney — Maryland redshirt freshman Dion Goldbourne —

AKRON Warren Ball, RB The former Ohio State reserve — he backed up Carlos Hyde and Ezekiel Elliott — is coming off a season-ending injury suffered in the Zips’ second game against last year. The 6-foot-3, 230-pounder boasts a 4.4-second 40-yard dash time, a 39-inch vertical jump and a 10-foot-8 broad jump. When Sports Illustrated ranked the top 40 “workout warriors” in college football this summer, Ball ranked No. 22 while his openinggame counterpart, Penn State running back Saquon Barkley, was No. 1. PENN STATE Manny Bowen, OLB Bowen was suspended for the Rose Bowl, and his presence would have helped against USC QB Sam Darnold, who was able to create extra time in the pocket without a consistent pass rush threatening him. According to Pro Football Focus, Bowen’s 2016 pass rush productivity is the best among any returning Big Ten linebacker, and it’s not particularly close. Expect him to improve on the two sacks and 8½ tackles for loss he had last season.

played mostly in long-yardage situations and was able to pile up 4½ sacks and seven tackles for loss. Toney is confident that his differences make him more effective, confident he can give the Nittany Lions what they need, even though perception indicates he doesn’t have what the position needs. “I’ve been undersized my whole life, been playing against people bigger than me my whole life,” Toney said. “My coaches keep reassuring me. My fellow defensive linemen tell me, ‘Just do you.’ So, to me, the size thing really doesn’t matter.”

extremely innate ability to understand defensive line play at a theoretical level. “Weight is only one aspect,” Pry said. “But he makes up for it in so many other ways.” The key to optimizing Toney’s ability, Spencer said, is to not overuse him. Penn State figured that out last season with an undersized 270-pound defensive Contact the writer: tackle, Kevin Givens, who dcollins@timesshamrock.com

DONNIE’S DECISION Akron is hardly as gifted as the Nittany Lions are, but they are experienced and could hang around early. Penn State’s focus needs to be right — not on the big picture, and not on next week’s rivalry battle with Pittsburgh — if it wants to play as impressively as it can against a well-coached, veteran-oriented Zips team that has been in this arena before. Penn State wins, because it should. But what would be really impressive is a complete domination, from start to ﬁnish. And the Lions rarely provided that last season.

PENN STATE, 45-13

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Pillar powers Wallenpaupack Shoots 2-under 34 in victory over Valley View. STAFF REPORT

Alex Pillar shot 2-under 34 to lead Wallenpaupack to a 5½-3½ win over Valley View in a Lackawanna League Division I golf match Thursday on the front nine at the Scranton Muni. Nate Trout shot 37 for the Buckhorns. Franco Pazzaglia won his individual match and split his better-ball match for Valley View. JASON FARMER / STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Abington Heights’ Lauren Carroll hits a forehand during Thursday’s match against Scranton’s Mary Huffman.

Abington Heights rolls Lady Comets sweep singles matches en route to victory over Lady Knights. STAFF REPORT

Lauren Carroll, Clare DellaValle and Lauren Koczwara won their singles matches in straight sets to lead Abington Heights to a 4-1 win over Scranton in a Lackawanna League girls tennis match Thursday. Nadia Mahdavi-Angelina Huffman won at No. 1 doubles for Scranton. At North Pocono, Sarah Tofilska, Sarah Sposito and Haley Zemek won their singles matches in straight sets to lead the Lady Trojans. Faith Kendricks-Sidney Reinfurt won at No. 2 doubles for Valley View. At Loyola Complex, Gabriela Jakubek, Carly Habeeb

HS TENNIS

Abington Heights 4, Scranton 1

Wallenpaupack 4, Honesdale 1

Singles: Lauren Carroll (AH) over Mary Huffman, 6-1, 6-4; Clare DellaValle (AH) over Megan Musso, 6-2, 6-4; Lauren Koczwara (AH) over Theresa Huffman, 6-0, 6-0. Doubles: Nadia Mahdavi-Angelina Huffman (SCR) over Holly Ross-Brooke Dennison, 6-4, 6-1; Savannah BlaumJulia Poulson-Houser (AH) over Liz Winters-Tricia Hemphill, 6-0, 6-3. Records: AH 4-0, SCR 3-2.

Singles: Phoebe Cykosky (WAL) over Megan Rembish, 6-1, 6-1; Heidi Washburn (WAL) over Madison Palmer, 6-4, 6-4; Tori Weber (WAL) over Leigha Welsh, 6-4, 6-3. Doubles: Kerry Rodriguez-Lydia Grossman (HON) over Becca CykoskyHannah Vennie, 6-4, 6-3; Addison Gardner-Lily Hannon (WAL) over Ali MizlerKelly Varcoe, 7-5, 6-2. Records: WAL 3-1, HON 1-3.

and Isabel Hou won their singles matches in straight sets to lead Scranton Prep. At Cove Haven, Phoebe Cykosky, Heidi Washburn and Tori Weber won their singles matches in straight sets to lead Wallenpaupack. Kerry RodriNorth Pocono 4, Valley View 1 guez-Lydia Grossman won at Singles: Sarah Tofilska (NP) over No. 1 doubles for Honesdale. Kiana DeJesus, 6-1, 6-1; Sarah Sposito over Gianna Snell, 6-0, 6-0; Haley At Montrose, McKenzie (NP) Zemek (NP) over Vanessa Antenori, 6-0, Reeves, Searra Muller and 6-3. Doubles: Megan Carney-Devyn Angie Ford won their singles Davis (NP) over Gia Mercatilli-Kara matches in straight sets to Hirjak, 6-3, 6-3; Faith Kendricks-Sidney lead the Lady Meteors. Bella Reinfurt (VV) over Tiana Mackarey-Natalie Deal, 6-0, 6-0. Mandarano-Kelly Czanker Records: NP 5-0, VV 2-2. were straight-set winners at Scranton Prep 5, West Scranton 0 No. 2 doubles for Dunmore. Singles: Gabriela Jakubek over CJ At Mid Valley, Lyndsey Grasso, 6-1, 6-0; Carly Habeeb over BriMedric won at No. 2 singles ana Moraca, 6-0, 6-0; Isabel Hou over and the Spartanettes swept Jenny Vongmany, 6-1, 6-2. Doubles: Megan McDonald-Camilla the doubles matches to earn Rinaldi over Samantha Farry-Keelin a win. Samantha Labrosky McNally, 6-1, 6-2; Julia Horchos-Claire over Brianna Hall-Meghan Olfano, and Trinity Gable had sin- Kelly 6-1, 6-2. Records: SP 3-0, WS 1-4. gles wins for Riverside.

Montrose 3, Dunmore 2 Singles: McKenzie Reeves (MON) over Anna Chiaro, 6-0, 6-2; Searra Muller (MON) over Lauren Brown, 6-0, 6-4; Angie Ford (MON) over Katie McKitish, 6-0, 6-0. Doubles: Mia Mandarano-Maren O’Prisko (DUN) over Katelyn HenryCambrie Montgomery, 6-7 (6), 6-2, 6-1; Bella Mandarano-Kelly Czanker (DUN) over Taylor Diaz-Mia Perry, 6-2, 6-4. Records: MON 1-3, DUN 0-5.

Mid Valley 3, Riverside 2 Singles: Samantha Labrosky (RIV) over Karah Laboranti, 4-6, 6-3, 6-4; Lyndsey Medric (MV) over Alyssa Chesek, 4-6, 6-1, 6-2; Trinity Gable (RIV) over Courtney Davies, 6-2, 6-1. Doubles: Morgan Haefele-Becca Laboranti (MV) over Allison RempeAbby Fairclough, 6-1, 6-3; Lauren Owens-Morgan Bialy (MV) over Mia Capalongo-Jamie Greenﬁeld, 6-4, 6-4. Records: MV 2-3, RIV 1-3.

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MattHagueledoff thefourth with a single, then scored on a triple into the left-center field gap to even the game at 1-1. Byungho Park followed with an RBI single. Three batters later, Anthony Recker’s double made it 3-1. J.B. Shuck walked to start the fifth and Hague followed with a single, but Adams got out of trouble when Miguel Andujar started an aroundthe-horn double play to kill the rally. Rochester got the leadoff man on base for a third straight inning when Jonathan Rodriguez poked a single to center field. He scored on Leonardo Reginatto’s double. Reginatto went to third on the throw home, then scored on Recker’s sacrifice fly. Adams struck out the next batter to end his night. “He was rolling (early) because of results, but he was all over the plate today,” RailRiders catcher Eddy Rodriguez said. “So, it’s one of those starts that he got away with some mistakes early. The funny thing is, lot of guys end up pitching three or four innings and allowing five (runs). The fact that he went as deep as he did, I think, is an accomplishment on its

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RailRiders’ Tyler Austin tosses the ball to first for an out during Thursday night’s game against Rochester. own.Chalkitup,it’sabadstart. He was all over the place and that’s literally what happened.” Adams walked three and struck out six in 5⅔ innings. On the other side, David Hurlbut continued to be tough on the RailRiders.

He allowed SWB’s only run in the first inning, when Andujar banged an oppositefield double off the wall in right to score rehabbing Yankees designated hitter Matt Holliday from first base. Holliday finished 0 for 3

with a walk and two pop outs. Pedrique said he’ll rejoin the Yankees today when rosters expand. Andujar was thrown out trying to stretch his double into a triple to end the inning. Hurlbut rolled after that. He allowed a leadoff single to Tyler Austin in the second, then retired the next 13 batters. He tossed 6⅓ innings, allowed four hits, walked two and struck out five. It’s the fourth time the southpaw has faced the RailRiders this year, and it’s the third time he’s allowed three or fewer runs against them. In 23 innings against the International League North Division champs, he’s struck out 23 and walked eight. “We chased a lot of bad pitches,” Pedrique said. “We didn’t have the plate discipline we normally have as a team. He kept throwing the breaking ball out of the strike zone, we kept swinging at it. That’s what he did. Then he threw some fastballs in against the righties with good movement, and we just didn’t make the adjustments tonight.” Contact the writer: cfoley@timesshamrock.com; 570-348-9125; @RailRidersTT on Twitter

SWB RAILRIDERS GAME REPORT Rochester 5, RailRiders 1 Rochester ab Shuck lf 4 Hague 3b 5 Field 2b 0 Palka rf 3 Park 1b 5 JRodriguez dh 4 Rginatto 2b/3b 3 Recker c 3 Michael cf 3 Vielma ss 4 Totals 34 Rochester RailRiders

RailRiders r h bi 0 1 0 1 2 0 0 0 0 1 2 1 1 2 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 11 5

ab Wade ss 4 Solano 2b 4 Holliday dh 3 Andujar 3b 4 Austin 1b 2 McKinney lf 3 Cave rf 3 Williams cf 3 ERodriguez c 3 Totals

000 302 000 100 000 000

r 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0

h bi 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

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5 1

LOB: Rochester 8, RailRiders 3. 2B: Recker, Reginatto, Andujar. 3B: Palka. Rochester IP H R ER BB SO Hurlbut, W (10-8) 6.1 4 1 1 2 5 Rucinski 1.2 0 0 0 0 2 Tonkin 1 0 0 0 0 0 RailRiders IP H R ER BB SO Adams, L (11-5) 5.2 7 5 5 3 6 Jones 2.1 4 0 0 1 1 Coshow 1 0 0 0 1 1 Umpires: HP: Livensparger, 1B: Clark, 3B: Costello. T: 2:29. A: 10,000.

Rochester fourth: Adams pitching. Hague singled. Palka tripled, Hague scored. Park singled, Palka scored. Rodriguez struck out. Reginatto walked, Park to second. Recker doubled, Park scored, Reginatto to third. Rochester 3, RailRiders 1. Rochester sixth: Rodriguez singled. Reginatto doubled, Rodriguez scored, Reginatto to third on the throw. Recker hit a sacrifice fly, Reginatto scored. Rochester 5, RailRiders 1.

Tonight’s game RailRiders (86-51) at Lehigh Valley (76-62), Coca-Cola Park, 7:05 p.m. Pitching probables: RailRiders RHP Brady Lail (6-5, 5.41) vs. Lehigh Valley RHP Drew Anderson (9-4, 3.59 at Double-A).

Porcupine points

■ The RailRiders made several roster moves before How they scored Thursday’s game. RHP Giovanny RailRiders ﬁrst: Hurlbut pitching. Wade Gallegos was promoted to New ﬂied out. Solano struck out. Holliday walked. Andujar doubled, Holliday scored, Andujar York. LHP Jordan Montgomery out at third. RailRiders 1, Rochester 0. and LHP Caleb Smith were sent

down to the RailRiders. C Wilkin Castillo went on the seven-day disabled list after hurting his knee in Wednesday’s game. In need of a catcher, Francisco Diaz was called up from Trenton. RHP Cale Coshow was also promoted from Trenton. ■ Thursday’s game was the RailRiders’ last of the regular season at PNC Field. They went 44-26 at home this year. — CONOR FOLEY

International League North W RailRiders (Yankees) 86 Rochester (Twins) 78 Lehigh Valley (Phillies) 76 Pawtucket (Red Sox) 65 Buffalo (Blue Jays) 63 Syracuse (Nationals) 53 South W Durham (Rays) 83 Gwinnett (Braves) 69 Norfolk (Orioles) 64 Charlotte (White Sox) 59

L 51 60 62 73 75 85

Pct. .628 .565 .551 .471 .457 .384

GB — 8.5 10.5 21.5 23.5 33.5

L 54 68 74 79

Pct. GB .606 — .504 14 .464 19.5 .428 24.5

West W L Pct. Indianapolis (Pirates) 77 61 .558 Columbus (Indians) 69 69 .500 Toledo (Tigers) 68 69 .496 Louisville (Reds) 54 84 .391 Thursday’s Games Charlotte 4, Durham 1 Lehigh Valley 5, Syracuse 1 Columbus 14, Toledo 3 Gwinnett 13, Norfolk 3 Indianapolis 8, Louisville 6 Buffalo 4, Pawtucket 2 Rochester 5, RailRiders 1 Today’s Games Buffalo at Syracuse, 7:05 p.m. Durham at Gwinnett, 7:05 p.m. Indianapolis at Toledo, 7:05 p.m. Norfolk at Charlotte, 7:05 p.m. Pawtucket at Rochester, 7:05 p.m. RailRiders at Lehigh Valley, 7:05 p.m. Louisville at Columbus, 7:15 p.m. Saturday’s Games Durham at Gwinnett, TBD Durham at Gwinnett, 5:05 p.m. Pawtucket at Rochester, 6:05 p.m. RailRiders at Lehigh Valley, 6:35 p.m. Buffalo at Syracuse, 7:05 p.m. Indianapolis at Toledo, 7:05 p.m. Louisville at Columbus, 7:15 p.m. Norfolk at Charlotte, 8:35 p.m.

GB — 8 8.5 23

Individuals: Alex Pillar (WAL) over Connor Kelly, 4 and 3; Dom Verrastro (VV) over Trevor Regenski, 1-up; Nick Hamer (WAL) over Marc Kudrich, 2 and 1; Franco Pazzaglia (VV) over Jack Mowatt, 4 and 3; Nate Trout (WAL) over Tony Carmadella, 2 and 1; Drew Higgins (VV) over Alex Davies, 2 and 1. Better-ball: Pillar-Regenski over Kelly-Verrastro, 4 and 3; HamerMowatt and Kudrich-Pazzaglia split; Trout-Davies over Carmadella-Higgins, 2 and 1. Records: WAL 5-1, VV 2-3.

Abington Heights 7 West Scranton 2 On the front nine at Glen Oak Country Club, Connor Kelleher shot even-par 36 with birdies on Nos. 2, 4 and 9 to lead Abington Heights. Stephen Tabone had two wins for West Scranton.

Individuals: Stephen Tabone (WS) over Coner Newman, 1-up; Bryce Riener (AH) over Connor Carlton, 5 and 4; Eric Middleton (AH) over Greg Matyjevich, 4 and 2; Kyle Kronick (AH) over Josh Thomas, 4 and 2; Connor Kelleher (AH) over Vincenzo Gigliotti, 5 and 4; Rion Murtaj (AH) over Drew Yanni, 5 and 4. Better-ball: Tabone-Carlton over Newman-Reiner, 1-up; Middleton-Kronick over MatyjevichT h o m a s , 5 a n d 3 ; C . K e l l e h e rM u r t a j o v e r G i g l i o t t i - Ya n n i , 5 and 4. Records: AH 6-0, WS 0-6.

Honesdale 7, North Pocono 2 On the back nine at the Scranton Muni, Cole Bannan birdied No. 10 and Ben Williams birdied No. 12 to lead Honesdale.

Individuals: Ben Williams (HON) over Ed Olenchak, 4 and 2; Steve McNulty (NP) over Jack Hopkins, 2-up; Cole Bannan (HON) over Thomas Ruddy, 4 and 2; Dan Evans (NP) over Steve Soden, 1-up; Luke Flederbach (HON) over Jake Millan, 1-up; Will Long (HON) over Matt Domanish, 4 and 2. Better-ball: Williams-Hopkins over Olenchak-McNulty, 4 and 2; Bannan-Soden over Ruddy-Evans, 4 and 2; Flederbach-Long over MillanDomanish, 1-up. Records: HON 5-1, NP 2-4.

Scranton 6½, Delaware Valley 2½ At Lords Valley Country Club, Devin Lynch and Colin McHugh swept three points in the middle group to lead Scranton. Jackson Shaffer and Brian McKern had wins for Delaware Valley.

Individuals: Leslie Major (SCR) over Liam Naturale, 4 and 3; Jackson Shaffer (DV) over Eddie Keen, 4 and 3; Devin Lynch (SCR) over Mathias Magill, 1-up; Colin McHugh (SCR) over Zack Zazzi, 3 and 2; Brian McKern (DV) over Ryan Wozniak, 3 and 2; Justin Arthur (SCR) over Evan Snyder, 3 and 2. Better-ball: Major-Keen over Naturale-Shaffer, 2 and 1; LynchMcHugh over Magill-Zazzi, 3 and 2; Wozniak-Arthur and McKern-Snyder split. Records: SCR 2-4, DV 1-4.

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Western Wayne 5, Holy Cross 4 At Scott Greens, Hunter Frable and Skylar Skold earned their first varsity wins as Western Wayne rallied for a win. Declan Tokash and Juliano Nieto had two wins for Holy Cross.

Individuals: Hunter Frable (WW) over Jordan McAndrew, 4 and 3; Juliano Nieto (HC) over Robert Carey, 5 and 4; Skylar Skold (WW) over Erin Pearsall, 3 and 2; Declan Tokash (HC) over James Sommers, 5 and 4; Jacob McCormick (WW) over Mathias Boles, 2 and 1; Brandon Firmstone (WW) over Tom Bright, 5 and 3. Better-ball: McAndrew-Nieto over Frable-Carey, 5 and 4; Pearsall-Tokash over Skold-Sommers, 5 and 3; McCormick-Firmstone over Boles-Bright, 5 and 3. Records: WW 2-3, HC 1-3-1.

Old Forge 6, Mid Valley 3 At Scott Greens, Nick Gallagher and Joey Verespey swept three points in the final group to lead Old Forge. Mariah Minter had two wins for Mid Valley.

Individuals: Brandon Nee (OF) over Sydney Scott, 5 and 4; Shane Rosencrans (MV) over Kevin Welsh, 2 and 1; Hayden Jones (OF) over Kyle Choyka, 3 and 2; Mariah Minter (MV) over Andrew Cummings, 4 and 3; Nick Gallagher (OF) over Adam Beradelli, 4 and 3; Joey Verespey (OF) over Albert Kausmeyer, 3 and 2. Better-ball: Nee-Welsh over Scott-Rosencrans, 2 and 1; ChoykaMinter over Jones-Cummings, 2-up; Gallagher-Verespey over BeradelliKausmeyer, 5 and 4. Records: OF 3-2, MV 2-3.

Scranton Prep 8½, Blue Ridge ½ On the back nine at the Scranton Muni, Joshua Villarosa and Eric O’Dell swept three points in the first group for Scranton Prep. Patrick Burke of Scranton Prep followed Kevin Silvee’s 50-foot putt on the final hole by draining a 49-foot putt to halve their match.

Individuals: Joshua Villarosa (SP) over Shane Muiter, 5 and 4; Eric O’Dell (SP) over Jared Collins, 5 and 4; M.J. Stivala (SP) over Tyler Hillard, 3 and 2; Jake Kosierowski (SP) over Preston Perry, 4 and 3; Andrew Mariotti (SP) over Gwen MacConnell, 3 and 2; Patrick Burke (SP) and Kevin Silvee (BR) split. Better-ball: Villarosa-O’Dell over Muiter-Collins, 5 and 4; Stivala-Kosierowski over Hillard-Perry, 3 and 2; Mariotti-Burke over MacConnell-Silvee, 1-up. Records: SP 7-0, BR 1-3.

Elk Lake 9, Forest City 0 At Tall Pines, Jack Waldenberger and Dawson Smales swept three points in the first group as Elk Lake rolled to a win.

Individuals: Jack Waldenberger over Lucas O’Neill, 3 and 2; Dawson Smales by forfeit; Jason Mowry over Zach Striefsky, 5 and 4; Trenton Finch by forfeit; Taegan Mills over Christopher Burnis, 5 and 4; Colby Baker by forfeit. B e t t e r- b a l l : Wa l d e n b e r g e rSmales over O’Neill, 3 and 2; MowryFinch over Striefsky, 5 and 4; MillsBaker over Burnis, 5 and 4. Records: EL 1-2-1, FC 0-6.

Carbondale Area 9 Mountain View 0 At Rock Creek, Marino Dunmore 8, Riverside 1 On the front nine at Pine DePalma eagled No. 8 in Area’s sweep. Hills, Chris Murray shot Carbondale Individuals: Colin Virkitis over 3-under 33 to lead Dun- Jonny Johnson, 2 and 1; Noah Newcomb over Thomas Johnson, 2 and 1; more to a Division II win. Marino DePalma over Kyle Streich, 3 Individuals: Brian McKitish (DUN) and Anthony DeFrancesco (RIV) split; Sean Dempsey (DUN) over Kyle Puchalski, 5 and 4; Owen Haggerty (DUN) over Jason Holman, 4 and 2; Dominic DiPietro (DUN) over Rich Conte, 5 and 4; Chris Murray (DUN) over Brandon Corwin, 5 and 4; Frank Ruggiero (DUN) and Evan Carrubba (RIV) split. Better-ball: McKitish-Dempsey over DeFrancesco-Puchalski, 2 and 1; Haggerty-DiPietro over HolmanConte, 4 and 3; Murray-Ruggiero over Corwin-Carrubba, 5 and 4. Records: DUN 4-1, RIV 5-2.

and 2; Pat Durkin over Jey Rusek, 3 and 1; Ian Fedorchak over Ben DeMark, 3 and 2; Bob Salitsky over Chris St. Clair, 2-up. Better-ball: Virkitis-Newcomb over J. Johnson-T. Johnson, 2 and 1; DePalma-Durkin over Streich-Rusek, 3 and 1; Fedorchak-Salitsky over DeMark-St. Clair, 3 and 2. Records: CAR 6-0, MV 0-6.

Contact the writer: sports@timesshamrock.com; 570-348-9125; @sportsTT on Twitter

BOXING: Amateur card moves inside FROM PAGE B1

Nick Nalachi, as well as boxers from Buffalo, Reading, Harrisburg, Lancaster and Philadelphia. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Keystone Warriors, who aid veterans and their families in Pennsylvania as well as Susquehanna Service Dogs, who will provide a local veteran with a specialized and trained service dog.

Long said he plans to try the downtown outdoor show on Labor Day weekend again next year. “When I first put it together, I didn’t know if the city would be receptive,” he said. “But people thought it was a great idea. And we’ll try it again next year and hopefully have no rain.” Contact the writer: hsmith@timesshamrock.com

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2017

AMERICAN LEAGUE Boston New York Baltimore Tampa Bay Toronto

W 76 71 68 67 62

L 58 62 66 68 72

Pct .567 .534 .507 .496 .463

Cleveland Minnesota Kansas City Detroit Chicago

W 76 70 65 58 52

L 56 63 67 74 80

Pct .576 .526 .492 .439 .394

Houston Los Angeles Texas Seattle

W 80 69 66 66

L 53 65 67 68

Pct .602 .515 .496 .493

East Division GB WCGB — — 4.5 — 8 2.5 9.5 4 8.5 14 Central Division GB WCGB — — 6.5 — 11 4.5 18 11.5 24 17.5 West Division GB WCGB — — 11.5 1.5 4 14 14.5 4.5

L10 5-5 5-5 8-2 7-3 3-7

Str L-1 W-1 L-1 W-1 W-1

Home 40-25 38-26 41-27 34-33 35-34

Away 36-33 33-36 27-39 33-35 27-38

L10 8-2 7-3 4-6 5-5 4-6

Str W-7 W-4 L-1 W-1 L-3

Home 36-29 34-35 36-32 31-32 30-34

Away 40-27 36-28 29-35 27-42 22-46

L10 4-6 5-5 5-5 3-7

Str W-1 W-3 L-1 L-5

Home 38-31 38-31 35-29 34-32

Away 42-22 31-34 31-38 32-36

Wednesday’s Games Thursday’s Games Cleveland 2, N.Y. Yankees 1, 1st game Houston 5, Texas 1 Cleveland 9, N.Y. Yankees 4, 2nd game Minnesota 5, Chicago White Sox 4 Baltimore 8, Seattle 7 Toronto 11, Baltimore 8 Detroit 6, Colorado 2 N.Y. Yankees 6, Boston 2 Boston 7, Toronto 1 Texas 8, Houston 1 Minnesota 11, Chicago White Sox 1 Tampa Bay 5, Kansas City 3 L.A. Angels 10, Oakland 8 Today’s Games N.Y. Mets at Houston, ppd. Cleveland (Carrasco 13-6) at Detroit (Boyd 5-8), 1:10 p.m., 1st game Boston (Fister 3-7) at N.Y. Yankees (Gray 8-8), 7:05 p.m. Toronto (Biagini 3-9) at Baltimore (Gausman 10-9), 7:05 p.m. Cleveland (Clevinger 7-5) at Detroit (Farmer 3-1), 7:10 p.m., 2nd game L.A. Angels (Skaggs 1-4) at Texas (Hamels 9-2), 8:05 p.m. Kansas City (Hammel 6-10) at Minnesota (Gee 1-1), 8:10 p.m. Tampa Bay (Snell 2-6) at Chicago White Sox (Lopez 0-1), 8:10 p.m. Oakland (Manaea 9-8) at Seattle (Leake 7-12), 10:10 p.m.

NATIONAL LEAGUE Washington Miami Atlanta New York Philadelphia

W 81 66 59 58 50

L 52 67 73 75 83

Pct .609 .496 .447 .436 .376

Chicago Milwaukee St. Louis Pittsburgh Cincinnati

W 73 70 66 63 57

L 60 64 66 71 77

Pct .549 .522 .500 .470 .425

Los Angeles Arizona Colorado San Diego

W 91 76 72 59

L 41 58 61 74

Pct .689 .567 .541 .444

East Division GB WCGB — — 15 6 21.5 12.5 23 14 31 22 Central Division GB WCGB — — 3.5 2.5 6.5 5.5 10.5 9.5 16.5 15.5 West Division GB WCGB — — 16 — — 19.5 32.5 13

L10 6-4 5-5 4-6 4-6 5-5

Str L-1 L-4 L-1 L-1 W-1

Home 40-27 35-30 29-36 28-39 28-37

Away 41-25 31-37 30-37 30-36 22-46

L10 7-3 6-4 3-7 3-7 4-6

Str W-4 W-2 L-1 L-3 W-1

Home 38-28 37-31 37-31 35-31 33-36

Away 35-32 33-33 29-35 28-40 24-41

L10 4-6 9-1 4-6 4-6

Str L-5 W-7 L-1 W-2

Home 52-16 45-23 39-27 35-31

Away 39-25 31-35 33-34 24-43

Wednesday’s Games Thursday’s Games Atlanta 9, Philadelphia 1, 1st game Cincinnati 7, N.Y. Mets 2 Milwaukee 6, St. Louis 5 Arizona 8, L.A. Dodgers 1 Detroit 6, Colorado 2 Philadelphia 3, Miami 2 Atlanta 5, Philadelphia 2, 2nd game Chicago Cubs 6, Atlanta 2 Washington 4, Miami 0 Milwaukee 6, Washington 3 N.Y. Mets 2, Cincinnati 0 St. Louis at San Francisco (n.) Chicago Cubs 17, Pittsburgh 3 San Diego 5, San Francisco 0 Arizona 6, L.A. Dodgers 4 Today’s Games N.Y. Mets at Houston, ppd. Atlanta (Foltynewicz 10-10) at Chicago Cubs (Lackey 10-10), 2:20 p.m. Cincinnati (Castillo 2-7) at Pittsburgh (Cole 11-8), 7:05 p.m. Philadelphia (Pivetta 5-9) at Miami (Straily 8-8), 7:10 p.m. Washington (Roark 11-8) at Milwaukee (Nelson 10-6), 8:10 p.m. Arizona (Walker 7-7) at Colorado (Freeland 11-8), 8:40 p.m. L.A. Dodgers (Kershaw 15-2) at San Diego (Lamet 7-5), 10:10 p.m. St. Louis (Flaherty 0-0) at San Francisco (Cueto 6-7), 10:15 p.m.

ROUNDUP

Reds 7, Mets 2 New York AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Reyes 2b 4 2 1 0 1 0 .232 Rosario ss 4 0 0 0 0 0 .240 Cabrera 3b 3 0 1 1 0 2 .259 Nimmo lf 4 0 1 1 0 2 .259 d’Arnaud c 3 0 1 0 1 0 .232 Smith 1b 3 0 0 0 1 1 .164 Lagares cf 4 0 1 0 0 2 .250 Taijeron rf 3 0 1 0 1 2 .083 deGrom p 2 0 0 0 0 0 .222 Cecchini ph 1 0 1 0 0 0 .257 Familia p 0 0 0 0 0 0 — Blevins p 0 0 0 0 0 0 — Goeddel p 0 0 0 0 0 0 — Flores ph 1 0 0 0 0 0 .270 Totals 32 2 7 2 4 9 Cincinnati AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Hamilton cf 5 1 1 0 0 0 .246 Peraza ss 5 1 1 0 0 2 .258 Votto 1b 4 1 1 1 0 0 .310 Suarez 3b 4 1 2 0 0 0 .275 Gennett 2b 4 1 2 3 0 0 .287 Schebler rf 3 1 1 0 1 0 .240 Kivlehan lf 3 0 0 0 1 1 .212 Turner c 3 1 1 2 1 1 .172 Stephenson p 1 0 0 0 0 0 .067 Cozart ph 1 0 0 0 0 1 .309 Lorenzen p 0 0 0 0 0 0 .182 Duvall ph 0 0 0 0 1 0 .252 Iglesias p 0 0 0 0 0 0 1.000 Totals 33 7 9 6 4 5 New York.............101 000 000 — 2 7 1 Cincinnati............021 010 12x — 7 9 0 E:Rosario (2). LOB:New York 8, Cincinnati 7. 2B:Reyes (22), Taijeron (1), Gennett (19). HR:Gennett (23), off deGrom. Votto (34), off Familia. Turner (2), off Goeddel. RBIs:Cabrera (42), Nimmo (6), Votto (91), Gennett 3 (81), Turner 2 (7). SB:Hamilton (55), Peraza (18). SF:Cabrera. S:Stephenson. New York IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA deGrom, L, 14-8 6 6 4 3 3 5 91 3.43 Familia .2 1 1 1 0 0 6 5.68 Blevins .1 1 1 1 0 0 12 2.85 Goeddel 1 1 1 1 1 0 16 4.26 Cincinnati IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Stephenson, W, 3-46 5 2 2 3 7 93 5.52 Lorenzen, H, 16 2 1 0 0 0 2 25 4.16 Iglesias 1 1 0 0 1 0 19 2.04 T:2:42. A:13,634 (42,319).

Astros 5, Rangers 1 Texas AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Choo dh 4 1 1 0 0 1 .264 Andrus ss 4 0 0 0 0 0 .303 Mazara rf 4 0 1 1 0 1 .256 Beltre 3b 2 0 0 0 1 0 .315 Napoli 1b 0 0 0 0 1 0 .195 Gallo 1b-lf 4 0 1 0 0 2 .207 Gomez cf 2 0 0 0 1 0 .245 Odor 2b 4 0 0 0 0 0 .212 Robinson lf-3b 3 0 0 0 1 2 .226 Nicholas c 3 0 1 0 0 0 .267 Totals 30 1 4 1 4 6 Houston AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Springer rf 3 0 1 0 1 0 .290 Bregman ss 4 2 2 1 0 1 .287 Altuve 2b 4 2 2 1 0 0 .355 Reddick lf 4 0 1 1 0 0 .303 Beltran dh 2 0 0 0 0 2 .234 Fisher pr-dh 1 0 1 2 0 0 .225 Gonzalez 1b 4 0 0 0 0 0 .291 Davis 3b 3 0 2 0 0 1 .233 Centeno c 3 0 0 0 0 1 .243 Marisnick cf 2 1 0 0 1 1 .246 Totals 30 5 9 5 2 6 Texas....................100 000 000 — 1 4 0 Houston ...............100 100 03x — 5 9 0 LOB:Texas 7, Houston 4. 2B:Mazara (26), Gallo (15). HR:Altuve (21), off Martinez. RBIs:Mazara (85), Bregman (53), Altuve (71), Reddick (66), Fisher 2 (13). SB:Gomez (12), Bregman (15), Davis (1), Marisnick (8). Texas IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Martinez, L, 3-6 5 5 2 2 0 6 75 5.17 Leclerc 2 1 2 2 2 0 28 3.67 Claudio 1 3 1 1 0 0 19 2.65 Houston IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA McHugh 4.2 4 1 0 2 3 91 3.25 Devenski, W, 7-3 2.1 0 0 0 1 1 32 2.57 Giles, S, 27-30 2 0 0 0 1 2 31 2.44 T:3:02. A:3,385 (31,042).

Twins 5, White Sox 4

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NEW YORK — CC Sabathia shut down the Boston Red Sox for the fourth time this season and the New York Yankees got homers from Gary Sanchez and Greg Bird on the way to a 6-2 victory Thursday night in the opener of a pivotal four-game series. Bird drove in three runs and Sanchez had two RBIs as the second-place Yankees shaved Boston’s lead in the AL East to 4½ games. This weekend set in the Bronx marks the final meeting of the season between the longtime rivals — and perhaps New York’s last chance to make a serious run at its first division title in five years. New York maintained a tenuous hold on the league’s top wild card. Blue Jays 11, Orioles 8 At Baltimore, the Orioles’ seven-game winning streak ended under a barrage of home runs by Kendrys Morales, who went deep three times and had a careerhigh seven RBIs. It was his second career three-homer game. The first was Sept. 20, 2015, at Detroit. Phillies 3, Marlins 2 At Miami, Ben Lively hastened Giancarlo Stanton’s slide into a slump. Stanton failed to get the ball out of the infield in three plate appearances against Lively and finished 0 for 5 with two strikeouts. The major league home run leader (51) is 1 for 15 this week. His young counterpart, Phillies rookie Rhys Hopkins, singled in the fifth inning to extend his hitting streak to 13 games. That’s the longest hitting streak by a Phillies player in the first month of his career since Hall of Famer Chuck Klein had a 13-game streak in 1928.

Cubs 6, Braves 2 At Chicago, Kyle Hendricks turned in his fourth straight quality start and the Cubs ran their winning streak to four. Hendricks (6-4) allowed one earned run on five hits while striking out five and walking three in 6⅔ innings as the reigning World Series champs maintained their 3½-game lead over the Milwaukee Brewers in the National League Central. Astros 5, Rangers 1 At St. Petersburg, Fla., Jose Altuve homered, the Houston bullpen pitched 4⅓ scoreless innings and the Astros beat Texas in the last game before they return to their flood-ravaged home city. Houston will have a previously unscheduled day off today and play a doubleheader Saturday against the Mets at Minute Maid Park. The downtown Houston stadium escaped major flood damage. Reds 7, Mets 2 At Cincinnati, Scooter Gennett drove in three runs with a homer and a double off Jacob deGrom, and the Reds ended New York’s domination in Cincinnati. Diamondbacks 8, Dodgers 1 At Phoenix, Zack Greinke earned his major leaguebest 16th victory with six strong innings and Arizona beat Los Angeles to complete the first series sweep of the Dodgers this season. Twins 5, White Sox 4 At Minneapolis, Max Kepler was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded and two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning, and Minnesota rallied to beat Chicago for its fourth straight win. Alen Hanson hit a solo home run in the top of the ninth to give the White Sox a 4-3 lead. He connected off Matt Belisle (1-2).

Chicago AB R H BI BB SO Avg. L.Garcia lf 5 0 0 0 0 4 .268 Sanchez 3b 5 0 2 1 0 1 .260 A.Garcia rf 4 0 1 0 1 2 .324 Davidson 1b 5 1 1 0 0 2 .236 Smith c 4 0 1 0 0 0 .275 Brantly dh 4 1 1 1 0 1 .200 Saladino ss 4 1 2 0 0 2 .197 Hanson 2b 4 1 3 1 0 0 .226 Engel cf 3 0 1 1 1 1 .175 Totals 38 4 12 4 2 13 Minnesota AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Dozier 2b 4 2 1 0 1 0 .263 Rosario lf 5 0 2 1 0 1 .293 Mauer dh 4 0 1 0 1 0 .296 Polanco ss 4 1 1 1 1 0 .255 Kepler rf 3 0 1 2 0 1 .247 Escobar 3b 4 1 1 0 0 1 .251 Vargas 1b 4 0 0 0 0 3 .242 Gimenez c 1 0 0 0 2 0 .206 Adrianza ph 1 1 1 0 0 0 .271 Granite cf 4 0 1 1 0 0 .247 Totals 34 5 9 5 5 6 Chicago ...............020 100 001 — 4 12 0 Minnesota...........010 020 002 — 5 9 0 LOB:Chicago 9, Minnesota 10. 2B:Davidson (12), Engel (8), Dozier (25), Rosario (28), Mauer (27), Polanco (25), Kepler (28). 3B:Escobar (2). HR:Hanson (3), off Belisle. RBIs:Sanchez (45), Brantly (1), Hanson (9), Engel (13), Rosario (59), Polanco (55), Kepler 2 (61), Granite (8). SB:Engel (6). CS:Hanson (3). S:Kepler. Chicago IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Gonzalez 6 7 3 3 2 5 110 4.31 Infante .1 0 0 0 0 0 3 3.64 Bummer 1 0 0 0 1 0 15 7.11 Farquhar .2 0 0 0 0 1 6 3.86 Minaya, L, 2-2, BS, 1-4.2 2 2 2 2 0 24 4.67 Minnesota IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Colon 6 10 3 3 0 8 92 6.25 Busenitz 2 1 0 0 0 2 26 1.54 Belisle, W, 1-2 1 1 1 1 2 3 20 4.62 T:3:17. A:21,288 (39,021).

Diamondbacks 8, Dodgers 1 Los Angeles AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Taylor ss 3 0 1 0 1 0 .305 Granderson cf 4 0 0 0 0 1 .217 Turner 3b 3 0 1 0 0 1 .327 Hernandez ph 0 0 0 0 1 0 .209 Bellinger lf 4 0 0 0 0 1 .271 Grandal c 4 1 2 0 0 0 .263 Puig rf 4 0 0 0 0 1 .258 Gonzalez 1b 4 0 1 1 0 2 .241 Forsythe 2b-3b 3 0 0 0 1 1 .231 Maeda p 1 0 0 0 0 1 .114 Utley ph 1 0 0 0 0 0 .237 Barnes 2b 1 0 0 0 0 0 .298 Totals 32 1 5 1 3 8 Arizona AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Blanco lf 4 2 3 1 0 1 .246 Iannetta c 2 1 1 2 2 1 .239 Lamb 3b 4 1 0 0 0 1 .256 Goldschmidt 1b 4 1 2 2 0 1 .319 Martinez rf 3 1 0 0 1 2 .275 Pollock cf 3 1 1 2 0 0 .264 Descalso 2b 4 0 1 1 0 2 .241 Marte ss 4 1 2 0 0 0 .263 Greinke p 2 0 0 0 0 1 .170 Rosales ph 1 0 0 0 0 0 .235 McFarland p 0 0 0 0 0 0 .200 Fuentes ph-rf 1 0 0 0 0 0 .234 Totals 32 8 10 8 3 9 Los Angeles ........010 000 000 — 1 5 0 Arizona ................232 010 00x — 8 10 0 LOB:Los Angeles 7, Arizona 4. 2B:Turner (25), Gonzalez (15), Blanco 2 (10), Goldschmidt 2 (32). HR:Iannetta (13), off Maeda. Pollock (9), off Maeda. RBIs:Gonzalez (28), Blanco (12), Iannetta 2 (32), Goldschmidt 2 (109), Pollock 2 (29), Descalso (42). SB:Blanco (11). Los Angeles IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Maeda, L, 12-6 3 8 7 7 1 4 68 4.19 Cingrani 1 0 0 0 0 2 16 5.23 Ravin 1 1 1 1 1 1 14 3.75 Avilan 1 1 0 0 1 0 20 2.77 Baez 1 0 0 0 0 1 16 1.79 Stripling 1 0 0 0 0 1 8 3.27 Arizona IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Greinke, W, 16-6 6 4 1 1 2 6 99 3.08 McFarland 2 1 0 0 1 1 32 5.25 Barrett 1 0 0 0 0 1 12 4.26 T:3:02. A:19,882 (48,633).

Phillies 3, Marlins 2 Philadelphia AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Hernandez 2b 5 0 2 0 0 0 .286 Galvis ss 4 0 2 0 0 0 .254 Williams rf 4 0 0 0 0 2 .275 Hoskins 1b 3 0 1 0 1 0 .304 Nava lf 3 1 0 0 0 0 .293 L.Garcia p 0 0 0 0 0 0 — Neris p 0 0 0 0 0 0 — Franco 3b 3 1 0 0 1 2 .222 Florimon cf 4 1 1 1 0 3 .333 Rupp c 4 0 1 0 0 2 .225 Lively p 3 0 1 2 0 1 .235 Morgan p 0 0 0 0 0 0 .500 Kim lf 1 0 0 0 0 0 .222 Totals 34 3 8 3 2 10 Miami AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Gordon 2b 4 1 3 0 1 1 .300 Stanton rf 5 0 0 0 0 2 .289 Yelich cf 5 0 2 1 0 1 .286 Ozuna lf 4 1 1 0 1 1 .308 Realmuto c 3 0 0 0 0 2 .278 Dietrich 3b 3 0 1 0 1 0 .244 Moore 1b 3 0 0 0 0 2 .216 c-Telis ph-1b 1 0 0 0 0 0 .211 Rojas ss 4 0 1 1 0 0 .263 Despaigne p 1 0 0 0 0 0 .143 a-Ellis ph 1 0 0 0 0 1 .209 Ellington p 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 b-Suzuki ph 1 0 0 0 0 0 .252 J.Garcia p 0 0 0 0 0 0 — Barraclough p 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 Ziegler p 0 0 0 0 0 0 — d-Aviles ph 0 0 0 0 0 0 .296 Totals 35 2 8 2 3 10 Philadelphia .......000 300 000 — 3 8 3 Miami...................010 010 000 — 2 8 0 a–struck out for Despaigne in the 4th. b–ﬂied out for Ellington in the 6th. c–grounded out for Moore in the 8th. d–hit by pitch for Ziegler in the 9th. E:Hernandez (9), Galvis (7), Lively (2). LOB:Philadelphia 7, Miami 12. 2B:Hernandez (22), Galvis (27), Yelich (31), Rojas (7). RBIs:Florimon (6), Lively 2 (4), Yelich (70), Rojas (10). SB:Gordon (48). CS:Gordon (12). RISP:Philadelphia 3 (Williams, Franco, Florimon). Miami 9 (Ozuna, Realmuto 3, Dietrich 2, Despaigne 2, Suzuki). RISP:Philadelphia 3 for 12. Miami 2 for 14. RMU:Nava, Galvis, Rojas, Ozuna. Philadelphia IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Lively, W, 2-5 6 6 2 2 1 5 93 4.22 Morgan, H, 3 1 1 0 0 0 3 22 4.46 L.Garcia, H, 8 1 0 0 0 1 1 17 2.76 1 1 0 0 1 1 16 3.12 Neris, S, 17-20 Miami IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Despaigne, L, 0-2 4 5 3 3 2 3 90 4.13 Ellington 2 2 0 0 0 4 35 6.30 J.Garcia .2 1 0 0 0 0 9 2.91 Barraclough 1.1 0 0 0 0 2 15 2.93 Ziegler 1 0 0 0 0 1 10 4.50 T:3:09. A:17,013 (36,742).

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Yankees 6, Red Sox 2

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Boston AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Davis lf 3 0 0 0 0 2 .232 a-Holt ph-lf 1 0 0 0 0 0 .178 Nunez 2b 5 1 1 0 0 1 .310 Benintendi cf 2 0 2 1 3 0 .278 Betts rf 3 0 0 0 2 1 .261 Bogaerts ss 4 0 0 1 0 3 .271 b-Moreland ph 1 0 0 0 0 0 .257 Devers 3b 2 0 0 0 2 1 .289 Ramirez 1b 4 0 0 0 0 0 .246 Young dh 3 1 0 0 1 0 .233 Vazquez c 3 0 1 0 0 0 .294 Totals 31 2 4 2 8 8 New York AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Gardner lf 4 1 2 0 0 1 .261 Hicks cf 5 0 2 0 0 1 .269 Sanchez c 5 1 2 2 0 2 .272 Gregorius ss 4 0 1 1 1 0 .299 Castro 2b 5 0 2 0 0 2 .308 Judge rf 2 1 0 0 2 0 .279 Headley dh 4 1 2 0 0 1 .273 Bird 1b 4 1 2 3 0 0 .154 Frazier 3b 3 1 1 0 1 1 .211 Totals 36 6 14 6 4 8 Boston..................001 000 001 — 2 4 0 New York.............001 013 10x — 6 14 2 a–lined out for Davis in the 7th. b–ﬂied out for Bogaerts in the 9th. E:Sabathia (1), Robertson (1). LOB:Boston 12, New York 11. 2B:Castro (17), Headley (30). HR:Sanchez (28), off Rodriguez. Bird (3), off Rodriguez. RBIs:Benintendi (73), Bogaerts (52), Sanchez 2 (77), Gregorius (62), Bird 3 (12). SB:Betts (21). CS:Benintendi (4). RISP:Boston 7 (Devers 2, Ramirez 3, Moreland 2). New York 6 (Hicks, Castro 2, Judge 2, Bird). RISP:Boston 0 for 10. New York 5 for 15. RMU:Bogaerts, Devers, Judge. LIDP_Gardner, Hicks. DP:Boston 2 (Rodriguez, Ramirez), (Nunez, Bogaerts). New York 2 (Gregorius, Castro, Bird), (Sanchez, Castro). Boston IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Rodriguez, L, 4-5 5 10 5 5 2 4 98 4.40 Abad .2 2 0 0 0 1 13 2.87 Hembree .1 2 1 1 2 0 23 3.81 Scott 1 0 0 0 0 1 4 3.34 Boyer 1 0 0 0 0 2 11 4.75 New York IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Sabathia, W, 11-5 6 4 1 1 5 6 102 3.71 Robertson 2 0 0 0 1 1 24 2.36 Betances 1 0 1 1 2 1 29 2.34

Atlanta AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Inciarte cf 4 0 1 0 0 0 .309 Albies 2b 3 0 2 1 1 1 .277 Freeman 1b 3 0 0 0 1 0 .315 Kemp lf 4 0 0 0 0 2 .291 Markakis rf 3 0 2 0 1 0 .282 Suzuki c 4 0 0 0 0 1 .257 Peterson 3b 3 0 0 0 1 2 .185 Swanson ss 4 1 0 0 0 2 .230 Newcomb p 1 0 0 0 0 0 .045 Motte p 0 0 0 0 0 0 — L.Adams ph 1 1 1 1 0 0 .288 Winkler p 0 0 0 0 0 0 — Wisler p 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 M.Adams ph 1 0 0 0 0 1 .272 Totals 31 2 6 2 4 9 Chicago AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Jay lf 5 2 4 0 0 0 .291 Zobrist 2b 3 1 1 1 1 1 .233 Bryant 3b 5 2 2 2 0 1 .293 Rizzo 1b 4 1 0 1 1 0 .280 Almora cf 4 0 1 0 1 1 .288 Baez ss 4 0 1 1 0 1 .270 Happ rf 4 0 1 0 0 2 .252 Heyward rf 0 0 0 0 0 0 .258 Rivera c 2 0 1 1 2 1 .238 Hendricks p 3 0 0 0 0 2 .132 Duensing p 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 La Stella ph 1 0 0 0 0 0 .302 Edwards p 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 Wilson p 0 0 0 0 0 0 — Totals 35 6 11 6 5 9 Atlanta .................000 010 100 — 2 6 1 Chicago ...............201 002 01x — 6 11 1 E:Peterson (5), Zobrist (2). LOB:Atlanta 7, Chicago 11. 2B:Inciarte (21), Bryant (29). 3B:Jay (3). HR:L.Adams (2), off Hendricks. Bryant (25), off Motte. RBIs:Albies (12), L.Adams (11), Zobrist (40), Bryant 2 (59), Rizzo (97), Baez (65), Rivera (24). S:Newcomb, Zobrist. DP:Chicago 1 (Bryant, Zobrist, Rizzo). Atlanta IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Newcomb, L, 2-8 5 8 3 2 3 7 101 4.31 Motte 1 1 2 2 1 0 17 4.00 Winkler 1 0 0 0 1 1 20 2.25 Wisler 1 2 1 1 0 1 24 6.58 Chicago IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Hendricks, W, 6-46.2 5 2 1 3 5 99 3.32 Duensing, H, 10 .1 0 0 0 0 0 6 2.38 Edwards, H, 21 1 1 0 0 1 1 22 3.31 Wilson 1 0 0 0 0 3 22 2.81 T:2:59. A:38,031 (41,072).

IRS:Abad 1-1, Hembree 2-0, Scott 3-0. HBP:Rodriguez (Gardner), Sabathia (Davis), Betances 2 (Vazquez,Holt). Umpires:Home, D.J. Reyburn. First, Tripp Gibson. Second, Greg Gibson. Third, Sam Holbrook. T:3:44. A:43,309 (49,642).

Brewers 6, Nationals 3 Blue Jays 11, Orioles 8 Toronto AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Pearce 1b 5 1 1 0 0 1 .259 Donaldson 3b 2 3 1 0 3 0 .257 Morales dh 5 4 4 7 0 0 .253 Bautista rf 4 1 0 0 1 1 .204 Montero c 5 1 2 2 0 1 .232 Pillar cf 5 0 2 2 0 1 .254 Carrera lf 3 0 0 0 2 1 .291 Barney 2b 4 0 0 0 0 1 .216 Goins ss 4 1 1 0 0 0 .228 Totals 37 11 11 11 6 6 Baltimore AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Beckham ss 5 1 3 1 0 2 .297 Machado 3b 4 1 2 0 1 0 .269 Schoop 2b 5 1 2 1 0 0 .306 Jones cf 5 2 2 2 0 0 .281 Mancini lf 5 0 0 0 0 1 .291 Davis 1b 5 2 2 2 0 1 .228 Trumbo dh 5 1 2 1 0 1 .241 Castillo c 4 0 1 0 0 1 .299 Smith rf 4 0 2 0 0 1 .272 Totals 42 8 16 7 1 7 Toronto.................002 053 010 — 11 11 2 Baltimore ............212 010 020 — 8 16 0 E:Bautista (5), Montero (5). LOB:Toronto 5, Baltimore 8. 2B:Pearce (16), Donaldson (17), Montero (6), Pillar (32), Goins (17), Trumbo (22). HR:Morales (23), off Hellickson. Morales (24), off Givens. Morales (25), off Givens. Jones (26), off Estrada. Davis (22), off Estrada. RBIs:Morales 7 (70), Montero 2 (15), Pillar 2 (36), Beckham (55), Schoop (100), Jones 2 (68), Davis 2 (53), Trumbo (58). SB:Machado (9). DP:Toronto 1 (Barney, Pearce). Baltimore 1 (Davis, Beckham, Hellickson). Toronto IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Estrada, W, 7-8 5 10 6 6 1 4 96 5.23 Barnes 1 2 0 0 0 0 16 3.49 Leone 1 0 0 0 0 0 14 2.60 Tepera .2 4 2 2 0 1 22 3.49 Osuna, S, 35-43 1.1 0 0 0 0 2 17 3.32 Baltimore IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Hellickson, L, 8-8 4.2 7 7 7 4 2 88 5.15 Bleier 1 1 1 1 0 0 10 1.90 Givens 2.1 3 3 3 2 2 41 2.69 O’Day 1 0 0 0 0 2 14 3.86 T:3:28. A:13,802 (45,971).

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Washington AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Turner ss 4 2 3 1 0 0 .282 Werth rf 4 0 0 2 0 0 .261 Murphy 2b 3 0 0 0 1 2 .318 Zimmerman 1b 4 0 1 0 0 2 .299 Lind lf 4 0 0 0 0 0 .299 Rendon 3b 3 0 1 0 1 1 .305 Wieters c 4 0 0 0 0 0 .238 Taylor cf 3 1 2 0 0 0 .266 Gonzalez p 1 0 0 0 0 0 .103 Difo ph 1 0 0 0 0 1 .289 Kelley p 0 0 0 0 0 0 — Grace p 0 0 0 0 0 0 .000 Totals 31 3 7 3 2 6 Milwaukee AB R H BI BB SO Avg. Villar 2b 5 1 3 2 0 1 .238 Perez 3b 5 1 2 0 0 1 .263 Braun lf 3 1 1 1 0 0 .272 Santana rf 3 0 0 0 1 1 .274 Aguilar 1b 4 1 2 2 0 1 .267 Broxton cf 4 0 0 0 0 2 .223 Vogt c 4 0 3 1 0 0 .242 Arcia ss 3 0 1 0 1 0 .273 Davies p 2 2 1 0 1 1 .143 Swarzak p 0 0 0 0 0 0 — Walker ph 1 0 0 0 0 0 .270 Knebel p 0 0 0 0 0 0 — Totals 34 6 13 6 3 7 Washington.........002 000 010 — 3 7 0 Milwaukee .........102 020 01x — 6 13 0 LOB:Washington 4, Milwaukee 8. 2B:Turner (15), Taylor (20), Perez (19), Aguilar (14). 3B:Turner (5). HR:Villar (11), off Gonzalez. RBIs:Turner (33), Werth 2 (22), Villar 2 (40), Braun (41), Aguilar 2 (46), Vogt (31). SB:Turner (37), Perez (12). SF:Braun. S:Gonzalez. DP:Washington 1 (Rendon, Murphy, Zimmerman). Milwaukee 2 (Perez, Arcia, Aguilar), (Perez, Arcia, Aguilar). Washington IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Gonzalez, L, 13-6 6 8 5 5 3 7 115 2.58 Kelley 1 1 0 0 0 0 15 7.15 Grace 1 4 1 1 0 0 22 4.60 Milwaukee IP H R ER BB SO NP ERA Davies, W, 16-7 7 6 2 2 2 4 96 3.85 Swarzak, H, 19 1 1 1 1 0 2 15 2.48 Knebel, S, 31-36 1 0 0 0 0 0 8 1.27 T:2:50. A:26,384 (41,900).

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Federer slips past Youzhny in 5 sets BY HOWARD FENDRICH ASSOCIATED PRESS

U.S. OPEN

NEW YORK — A bad back prevented Roger Federer from getting ready for the U.S. Open the way he prefers to prepare for a Grand Slam tournament. And it’s showed so far. Federer blamed a lack of proper practice after making an uncharacteristic 68 unforced errors and being forced to go five sets again before coming back to edge a cramping Mikhail Youzhny 1-6, 7-6 (3), 6-4, 4-6, 6-2 on Thursday in Arthur Ashe Stadium. It is the first time the 36-year-old Federer has played five-setters in both the first and second rounds at a major tournament. “I knew I was going to maybe struggle early on. Maybe I struggled more than I would have liked to. But I’m still in the draw, which gives me a chance. I still believe I’m going to pick up my game and become just more consistent because I’m not playing all that bad,” Federer said. “It’s just that I’m going a bit up and down in waves throughout the match.” Given that Federer entered the day with a 16-0 career record against Youzhny and a 16-0 mark in the U.S. Open’s second round, one might have thought that their match would be a mismatch. Think again. “He’s also a real man who plays tennis,” Youzhny noted. “He’s not a god.” Well, OK, that’s true. But remember: Federer did not drop a single set en route to his record eighth Wimbledon championship in July. And that he is 37-3 with five titles, including two at majors to raise his record total to 19. Second on that list, with 15, is No. 1-seeded Rafael Nadal, who trailed by a set and a break before figuring things out and beating 121stranked Taro Daniel of Japan 4-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-2 in Ashe at night. That followed 20thseeded American CoCo Vandeweghe’s 7-6 (6), 6-2 victory over Ons Jabeur of Tunisia under the lights. What already was a wide-open women’s bracket became more so when 2004 U.S. Open champion Svetlana Kuznetsova was upset by 116th-ranked Kurumi Nara of Japan 6-3, 3-6, 6-3. The No. 8-seeded Kuznetsova’s exit means five of the top eight women are already gone. Two other seeded women lost to Americans in the afternoon: Shelby Rogers edged No. 25 Daria Gavrilova 7-6 (6), 4-6, 7-6 (5) in a tour nament-record 3 hours, 33 minutes, and Jennifer Brady eliminated No. 23 Barbora Strycova 6-1, 6-1. A couple of seeded men

departed, too: No. 7 Grigor Dimitrov and No. 15 Tomas Berdych, the 2010 Wimbledon runner-up. The No. 3-seeded Federer won five consecutive U.S. Open championships from 2004-08 and also was the runner-up twice, including two years ago. But he missed last year’s tournament while taking off the second half of the season to let his back and surgically repaired left knee fully heal. That back, an off-and-on issue for years, flared up again while Federer was losing in the final of the Montreal Masters in August. He didn’t get to fully work on returns or serves, in particular, as the U.S. Open approached. That lack of training and the resulting lack of timing — rather than pain from his back — is what Federer said caused him problems Tuesday night in the first round against 19-year-old American Frances Tiafoe and again against Youzhny, a former top-10 player who reached the 2006 and 2010 U.S. Open semifinals but is now ranked 101st. Federer let a lead slip away in the second set and got broken while serving for it at 5-4. Federer stumbled again while serving for the fourth set at 5-3, but responded to a break there by breaking right back. Still, Federer’s unforced errors continued to mount in the fifth set — 11 in the first four games alone, including a badly shanked forehand on his first break point at 2-1, a netted backhand on his second, and a long forehand to let Youzhny hold there. Eventually, Federer nosed ahead, aided by the considerable dip in the 35-year-old Youzhny’s level of play. At 1-all in the deciding set, Youzhny collapsed to the court, grabbing at his right leg after whiffing on an attempted swat at Federer’s lob. Youzhny stayed down for a few moments, then grimaced and limped around for the rest of that game. Afterward, Youzhny chuckled at the mention of having lost all 17 matches against Federer, even leaning back in his chair and joking about how he would have completed the upset if Grand Slam rules were different: “I beat him in three sets now — but we played five sets. But come on, if we played three sets, I already beat him!” Federer, naturally, preferred to look at matters from a different perspective. “I find my way,” he said. “I don’t panic.”

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NEW YORK — New Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka’s contact with Paul George’s agent violated the NBA’s anti-tampering rule and resulted in a $500,000 fine for Los Angeles on Thursday. The league said a law firm’s independent investigation didn’t find evidence of an agreement or an understanding that the Lakers would sign or acquire George, who was with the Indiana Pacers at the time. George later was traded to Oklahoma City. “We respect and accept the NBA’s decision regarding this matter,” Pelinka said in a statement. “On behalf of the Los Angeles Lakers, I want to express our regret over this unfortunate incident to both our fans and the NBA.” The league had warned

NBA the Lakers about tampering following comments by president of basketball operations Magic Johnson about George on national TV on April 20. The league said Pelinka’s contact with George’s agent “constituted a prohibited expression of interest in the player while he was under contract.” Attorney Adam Streisand, who represents the Lakers, called the investigation thorough and said, “We can assure the fans that the Lakers will be hyper-vigilant going forward to make sure this is never an issue again.” The NBA’s anti-tampering rule prohibits teams from interfering with other teams’ contractual relationships with NBA players.

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Matt McGloin looks to pass against the New York Jets during the first half of an NFL preseason game Thursday in East Rutherford, N.J.

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EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Josh McCown had the wind knocked out of him, and the New York Jets could only hold their breath. The 38-year-old quarterback was OK after getting the start — and a big scare — in the preseason finale as the Jets held on to beat the Philadelphia Eagles, 16-10, on Thursday night. McCown hadn’t played since the opening series of the preseason against Tennessee as the Jets gave youngsters Christian Hackenberg and Bryce Petty extended looks. Coach Todd Bowles announced Monday that McCown would be the Week 1 starter at Buffalo, and had most of his starting offense on the field for the first two possessions against the Eagles. But it almost ended in disaster. McCown took a shot to his chest from Eagles linebacker Joe Walker after completing a 20-yard pass to Austin Seferian-Jenkins with 7:13 left in the opening quarter. The quarterback was down on a knee for a few moments before getting to his feet and jogging off the field toward the sideline before going down to a knee again as trainers attended to him. Bowles and McCown said the quarterback just needed to catch his breath — and he came back into the game after Hackenberg replaced him for just one play. McCown finished 6 of 8 for 57 yards, leading the Jets on a scoring drive that was capped by Chandler Catanzaro’s 28-yard field goal. It was the first time since Mark Sanchez’s rookie season in 2009 that New York started its opening day starter in the preseason finale. Third-stringer Matt McGloin, a West Scranton native, started for Philadelphia at quarterback, going 14 of 21 for 90 yards and leading the Eagles to a 33-yard field goal by Caleb Sturgis before being replaced by rookie Dane Evans. Hackenberg has struggled for much of the preseason,

NFL PRESEASON but capped an 82-yard scoring drive in the second quarter with a 12-yard touchdown toss to an outstretched Austin Seferian-Jenkins, who caught the ball while falling backward. Hackenberg was 10 of 22 for 105 yards while finishing the game. Steelers 17, Panthers 14 At Charlotte, N.C., Steelers rookie Joshua Dobbs promised his mother he’d score a touchdown and save her the football as a souvenir for her birthday. He got her two. Dobbs threw for one touchdown and ran for the winning score with 2 seconds left and the Pittsburgh Steelers defeated Carolina. Dobbs led the Steelers 53 yards on five plays in just 43 seconds and scored on a 1-yard run on a roll out to the right. Dobbs, the Steelers’ thirdstring quarterback behind Ben Roethlisberger and Landry Jones, finished 16 of 23 for 212 yards, including a 58-yard touchdown pass to Justin Hunter. Giants 40, Patriots 38 At Foxborough, Mass., Aldrick Rosas hit a 48-yard field goal as time expired and the Giants earned a win over the Patriots. The Giants scored 34 points in the first half, but the Patriots outscored them 24-3 over the final 29 minutes before Rosas’ field goal. It helped salvage a night in which Geno Smith and Josh Johnson each had touchdown passes, and the Giants’ defense returned an interception for a touchdown. Third-stringer Jacoby Brissett threw for 341 yards and four touchdowns, and ran for another to nearly lead the Super Bowl champions back from a 20-point halftime deficit. Stephen Gostkowski hit a 55-yard go-ahead field goal with 44 seconds remaining. Smith entered the night with the inside track to win the Giants’ backup quarter-

back job behind Eli Manning. He took a big step toward locking it up, completing 10 of 11 passes for 111 yards and touchdown. Smith was signed to a one-year contract in March and was brought in to compete for the job behind Manning and has done well. Chiefs 30, Titans 6 At Kansas City, Mo., firstround pick Patrick Mahomes II threw for 183 yards and a touchdown in what was likely his final game for a while, and the Chiefs beat the Titans. Mahomes got the nod with Alex Smith and the rest of the starters sitting out, and he once more showed why the Chiefs moved up to draft him 10th overall. The former Texas Tech star scrambled for first downs, stood tall in the pocket and used his big arm to make plays downfield. Redskins 13, Buccaneers 10 At Tampa, Fla., Josh Harvey-Clemons returned an interception 41 yards for a touchdown and Dustin Hopkins kicked two field goals to help the Redskins finish an unbeaten preseason. With every starter, and many key backups, sitting out on both sides, the Redskins dominated statistically for much of a game in which neither team was able to get the ball into the end zone until Harvey-Clemons scored with 5:27 remaining in the fourth quarter. Jaguars 13, Falcons 7 At Atlanta, rookie Dede Westbrook returned from an injury with six catches for 115 yards and a touchdown, all in the first half, helping the Jaguars close the preseason with a win over the Falcons. Browns 25, Bears 0 At Chicago, Mitchell Trubisky got an opportunity to start and little chance to show what he can do, completing just two passes for the Bears in a loss to the Browns. Trubisky started with Mike Glennon and veteran Mark Sanchez resting for the

opener against Atlanta next week. The No. 2 overall pick and Cleveland-area product completed 2 of 5 passes for 10 yards. Both completions and four attempts came on his fourth possession, early in the second quarter, before giving way to Connor Shaw. Bills 27, Lions 17 At Orchard Park, N.Y., Bills rookie quarterback Nathan Peterman continued making his offseason-long case to secure the backup job. The fifth-round draft pick out of Pittsburgh finished 9 of 11 for 81 yards. Peterman played two series, which ended with Jonathan Williams scoring on a 21-yard run and Stephen Hauschka hitting a 30-yard field goal. Packers 24, Rams 10 At Green Bay, Wis., quarterback Brett Hundley proved he can also dish out a hit for the Green Bay Packers. The backup to Aaron Rodgers looked like a tailback when he lowered his right shoulder into cornerback Dominique Hatfield near the goal line and barreled into the end zone for a 13-yard touchdown run. Hundley also threw for a score to lead the Packers over the Rams. Dolphins 30, Vikings 9 At Minneapolis, Jakeem Grant caught four passes for 141 yards and a touchdown and the Dolphins beat the Vikings. David Fales completed 9 of 15 passes for 139 yards and two scores, including a 65-yarder to Grant , a secondyear receiver that coach Adam Gase has been trying to get more involved in the Dolphins offense. Ravens 14, Saints 13 At New Orleans, the Ravens got a better look at what first-round draft choice Marlon Humphrey can do when he’s healthy. They had to like what they saw. Humphrey, drafted 16th overall out of Alabama last spring, forced a fumble, broke up a pass and made four tackles, and Baltimore beat the Saints.

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BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — J.K. Dobbins broke Ohio State’s freshman record by rushing for 181 yards in his college debut, J.T. Barrett threw three touchdown passes and the second-ranked Buckeyes pulled away to beat Indiana, 49-21, on Thursday night. The Buckeyes have won 23 straight over the Hoosiers. With Mike Weber, Ohio State’s top runner in 2016, out with a hamstring injury, Dob-

NCAA FOOTBALL bins stepped in and surpassed Maurice Clarett’s previous debut record of 175 yards set in 2002 against Texas Tech. Barrett overcame a slow start to finish 20 of 35 for 304 yards. He added 61 yards rushing and another score to move within two touchdowns of matching Drew Brees’ Big Ten career record

for total touchdowns of 106. But the Buckeyes weren’t themselves early. They didn’t reach the end zone until Antonio Williams’ 1-yard plunge with 5:17 left in the first half. They finally retook the lead on Barrett’s 2-yard scoring run midway through the third quarter and pulled away after Parris Campbell hauled in a 74-yard TD pass to make it 27-21 with 4:38 left in the third.

(10) Oklahoma State 59, Tulsa 24 At Stillwater, Okla., Mason Rudolph threw for 303 yards and three touchdowns and ran for another score to help No. 10 Oklahoma State beat Tulsa. Rudolph completed 20 of 24 passes with no interceptions. The senior joined Brandon Weeden as the only Cowboys quarterbacks to surpass 9,000 yards in career passing.

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Lifestyle changes can help relieve incontinence I'm 58 years old and have begun leaking urine. Once it was while I was at exercise class and another time when I sneezed. I’ve never had children, so why is this happening? What can I do? First, we’d like to reassure you that you’re not alone. Urinary incontinence is quite common among women of all ages. Up to 45 percent of women will experience some degree of urinary incontinence, or UI, during their lifetimes. That’s twice the rate of UI as occurs in men. Urinary incontinence is when, due to a lack of bladder control, urine is accidentally released. Although UI falls into two main categories — stress incontinence or urge incontinence — some women will experience a combination of both, known as mixed incontinence. Stress incontinence is when physical movement places pressure on the bladder and causes urine to leak. Urge incontinence is the strong and sudden need to urinate, followed immediately by involuntary bladder contractions that cause it to empty. With either type of incontinence, how full the bladder is doesn’t matter. From your description, what you have experienced is stress incontinence. It occurs because the muscles of the pelvic floor, which supports the bladder, and of the urinary sphincter, which controls the release of urine, have weakened. As a result, any physical movement that puts pressure on the bladder — a cough, laughing, lifting a bag of groceries — may overcome the impaired resistance of the urinary sphincter and cause urine to be released. You're correct that the physical changes that take place during pregnancy and childbirth can contribute to UI. However, other factors, like weight gain, obesity, menopause and the physiological changes associated with advancing age, can also play a part. It's a good idea to check in with your family doctor. He or she may ask for a urine sample to rule out infection, and to check for traces of blood or other problems. Bladder function tests and a review of your medical and family history can help your doctor to pinpoint any external factors playing a role in the onset of the UI. How much the UI bothers you will factor into what steps you take next. Many patients are comfortable using a panty liner to absorb a minor amount of leakage. In severe cases, surgical interventions are possible. At this time, there are no approved medications in the United States to address UI. Inthemajorityof cases, doctorsrecommendcertain changestolifestyleand behavior.It’spossibleyou’llbe askedtomanagehowmuch youdrinkandatwhattimes. Losingexcessweightisoften helpful.Andexercisesknown asKegels,whichworkthe musclesof thepelvicfloor, canreturnstrengthandtone tohelpyoutoregaincontrol.

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CHICAGO — Safety advocates and state health officials are formally calling on the Food and Drug Administration to ban high-dose opioid painkillers to prevent accidental overdose deaths among patients and people who abuse drugs. A petition filed Thursday asks the FDA to ban opioid pills that, when taken as directed, would add up to a daily dose of more than 90 milligrams of morphine. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has said that level is dangerous for most patients and doesn’t improve pain control or the ability to function. The petitioners claim toddlers and preschoolers who

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A petition filed Thursday by safety advocates and state health officials calling on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to ban high-dose opioid painkillers singles out the OxyContin 80 milligram tablet. get their hands on the pills die if the high-dose pills were and teenagers who experi- off the market. ment with drugs would be The petition was signed by less likely to overdose and leaders of the Association of

State and Territorial Health Officials, Physicians for Responsible Opioid Prescribing, the National Safety Council and the American College of Medical Toxicology. “The existence of these products implies that they’re safe. They’re not,” said Dr. Andrew Kolodny, founder of Physicians for Responsible Opioid Prescribing and an outspoken advocate for opioid reform. While the petition seeks a ban on many high-dose opioid tablets and under-thetongue films, it singles out the OxyContin 80 milligram tablet, which is taken twice daily, adding up to 240 morphine-equivalent milligrams. OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma spokesman Robert Josephson said in an email that the “petition and issue should be discussed by the

scientific experts at FDA and we look forward to participating in such a discussion,” adding that it’s important to seek “the appropriate balance” of treating severe pain while combating the opioid crisis. FDA officials declined to comment on the petition but FDA Commissioner Dr. Scott Gottlieb has called the opioid epidemic his “highest immediate priority” and has been willing to consider abuse of opioids in evaluating their safety. In July, the painkiller Opana ER was pulled from the market at the FDA’s request following a 2015 outbreak of HIV and hepatitis C in southern Indiana linked to sharing needles to inject the pills. More than 15,000 people died from overdoses involving prescription opioids in 2015.

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Fifty years ago, an MIT professor created a chatbot that simulated a psychotherapist. Named Eliza, it was able to trick some people into believing it was human. But it didn’t understand what it was told, nor did it have the capacity tolearnonitsown.Theonlytestithad topasswas:Coulditfoolhumans? These days, with robotics advancingtodrivecars,beathumansatchess and Go!, and replace entire workforces,Eliza’ssmokeandmirrorsischild’s play. Researchers now build chatbots that can listen, learn and teach cognitive behavioral therapy to humans. Forget simply simulating a psychotherapist — can a chatbot do what a therapistdoes,oratleastcomeclose? A San Francisco startup thinks so. Its chatbot, named Woebot, doesn’t replace therapists, but its creators believe it could be the next best thing to seeing one.

Filling a gap Delivered over Facebook Messenger, Woebot teaches users cognitive behavioral therapy skills, such as exercises that people can do to combat negative thinking and ways to manage mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. Built by former Stanford researcher Alison Darcy and a team of psychologists, linguists and software engineers, Woebot has enormous ambition: to help an increasingly anxious, depressed and stressed population feel happier. “Rightnowyoucanseeatherapist, or you can access self-help books, and

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Pamela Fox, right, chief technology officer with Woebot, leads employees in a “shakedown” activity at their offices in San Francisco. By chatting with Woebot, users can learn exercises that help alleviate stress, anxiety and depression. there’s nothing in between,” Darcy said.“ThemajorgapwewantWoebot to fill is the nothing.” The current model for therapy, in which patients see a therapist once a week for an hour at a time, isn’t, in tech parlance, “scalable,” she said. A therapist can’t reach everyone at every minute of the day. For $39 a month, Woebot can. “You can access it when you need it most,” Darcy said. “If it’s 2 a.m. and you’re having a panic attack, a physician isn’t going to be available at that time.”

Checking in Woebotsendsusersamessageeach day to check in with them, asks them about their mood and energy levels, and draws from cognitive behavior therapytocombatself-defeatingthink-

ing. With a personality that’s a cross between Kermit the Frog and Spock from“StarTrek,”theinnocent,logical and often goofy chatbot acts as a nonjudgmental listener, while adding levitywiththeoccasionaljoke. There are many apps and websites thatpurporttoimproveusers’mental health, but Woebot hopes to differentiate itself in two key ways. The first is that it’s a robot people can talk to, much as they would to a therapist (although the company stressesthatWoebotisnotatherapist). The second is that it has undergone a randomized control trial under the supervision of Stanford University researchers and was shown to be effective in improving symptoms of anxiety and depression in college-aged users. The results were published in June in the Jour-

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Mental disorders topped the list of the most costly health conditions in the U.S., with spending at $201 billion (more than what was spent on heart conditions and cancers), according to 2013 research by Charles Roehrig, the director of the Center for Sustainable HealthSpendingatAltarumInstitute. This doesn’t come as a surprise to mental health experts, who said the majority of people who could benefit from mental health services don’t access them because of cost, lack of availability or fear of the stigma still associated with mental illness. Even those who have health insurance can have a challenging time getting help. The accessibility and relative anonymity of Woebot makes it an attractiveoption.(Woebot’steamneversees any user data and has promised to never sell user information.) “It’s not as specific and it doesn’t go as deep as seeing an in-person therapist,” said Nick, 24, a student from Washington, D.C., who has experienced traditional therapy and started using Woebot in February. “But it’s a low-pressure way to vent, it makes you feel more at ease, and it was good for what I was going through,” said Nick, who didn’t want to reveal his last name. If, after prolonged use, users don’t show signs of improvement — for instance, if they consistently rate their energy levels as low or use key words such as “sad,” “anxious” or “depressed” to describe their mood — Woebot nudges them toward seeking medical help.

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FUNERAL NOTICES AUGUST, SANDRA A., Scranton, Mass, Saturday, 10 a.m., Immaculate Conception Church, 801 Taylor Ave., Scranton. Interment, private. Calling hours, Saturday, church, 9 to Mass. Arrangements: Nicholas Chomko Funeral Home, 1132 Prospect Ave., South Scranton. BELLINO, RUTH F. CONKLIN, formerly of Springfield, N.J., memorial service, Gate of Heaven Cemetery, 255 Ridgedale Ave., East Hanover, N.J., today, 1:30 p.m. BOZENKO, LEONA JULIANNA (ROLAND), Clarks Summit, Saturday, Mass, 9:30 a.m., Our Lady of the Snows Church, 301 S. State St., Clarks Summit, by Monsignor Joseph G. Quinn. Interment, St. Joseph’s, Throop. Contributions: Eternal Word Television Network, 5817 Old Leeds Road, Irondale, AL 35210. Condolences: funeral home website. Arrangements: Jennings-Calvey Funeral and Cremation Service Inc., 111 Colburn Ave., Clarks Summit. BRAY, GERALDINE A., formerly of Sturges, Saturday, Mass, 9:30 a.m., Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Peckville. Interment, private. Calling hours, today, 5 to 8 p.m., Louis M. Margotta Funeral Home, 511 Church St., Jessup. Contributions: American Diabetes Association. Condolences: margottafuneralhomes.com. CLIFFORD, MARY “MARIE” ELIZABETH CHAIKO, formerly of Moosic, Saturday, 9:30 a.m., Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge. Divine Liturgy, 10, St. Nicholas Byzantine Catholic Church, Church Street, Old Forge, by the Rev. Eduard Shestak. Interment, St. Nicholas Byzantine Cemetery, Old Forge. Calling hours, today, 4 to 7 p.m. Condolences: funeral home website. DeCANDIS, CLARA MAE (LLOYD), Scranton, memorial service, today, noon, Joseph J. Lucas Funeral Home Inc., 329 W. Market St., Scranton. Calling hours, today, 10:30 a.m. to service. Donations: Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Road, South Abington Twp., PA 18411. DENT, BILL “POPS,” Ridgefield, Conn., memorial service, Saturday, 11 a.m., Jessie Lee Memorial United Methodist Church, Ridgefield. Committal service, St. Mary’s Cemetery, following the memorial service, by his son, the Rev. Tom Dent. Celebration of life reception, home of Tim and Mary Dent, Ridgefield. Donations: Ridgefield Youth Football and Cheer, P.O. Box 68, Ridgefield, CT 06877. FRISBIE, NANCY D., Lake Ariel, celebration of life, Saturday, 1 p.m., Pavilion at Clayton Park, 26 Eagle Eye Drive, Lake Ariel. Arrangements: James Wilson Funeral Home, Lake Ariel. Condolences: jameswilsonfuneral home.com. GRAHAM, ROBERT B., Scranton, formerly of Taylor, today, 10 a.m., Semian Funeral Home, 704 Union St., Taylor, by the Rev. Donald Roberts. Burial with military honors, Newton Cemetery, Newton Twp. Condolences: semi ancares.com. HALLORAN, THOMAS J. SR., Jessup, Saturday, 9 a.m., HudakO’Shea Funeral Home, 115 N. Garfield Ave., Olyphant. Mass,

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9:30, Holy Cross Parish, 200 Delaware Ave., Olyphant. Interment with military honors, St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Blakely. Calling hours, today, 4-8 p.m., Hudak-O’Shea Funeral Home, Olyphant. Contributions: donor’s favorite charity. Condolences: parisefuneralhome.com. KILPATRICK, ANN M., Carbondale, Thursday, Brennan & Brennan Funeral Home Inc., Carbondale. Mass, St. Rose of Lima Church, by her brother, the Rev. John Kilpatrick. Concelebrants, the Rev. Paul C. Fontanella, Monsignor Neil J. VanLoom, the Rev. Jeffery Walsh and priests of the Scranton Diocesan. Pallbearers: Chris Healey, Will Nedham, Jack, Ray, Charles Robinson and Dan O’Dea. Interment, Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill. KOSLOWSKI, ROBERT S., East Benton Twp., funeral with military honors, today, 10 a.m., Frank T. Mazur Funeral Home Inc., 601 Dundaff St., Dickson City. Mass, 10:30, Corpus Christi Church, Montdale. Interment, St. Mary’s Cemetery, Dickson City. Condolences: funeral home website. KRENITSKY, JOSEPH (PEPPER), Jermyn, Saturday, 9:30 a.m., St. Michael’s Orthodox Church, Jermyn, by the Very Rev John Kowalczyk. Interment, St. Michael’s Cemetery. Viewing, today, 5 to 8 p.m., church. Parastas, 7. Donations: St. Michael’s Orthodox Church, 305 Walnut St., Jermyn PA 18433. Arrangements: Battenberg Funeral Home, 363 Washington Ave., Jermyn. LENAHAN, SARAH J., South Abington Twp., today, 7 p.m., Lawrence E. Young Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 418 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Calling hours, 4 to 7. Donations: Griffin Pond Animal Shelter, 967 Griffin Pond Road, South Abington Twp., PA 18411. Condolences: funeral home website. MONTGOMERY, BARBARA A., Dalton, today, 10 a.m., Providence United Presbyterian Church, 1145 Providence Road, Scranton, by the Rev. Dr. Murray Thompson, pastor. Interment, Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst Twp. Contributions: Providence United Presbyterian Church, 1145 Providence Road, Scranton, PA 18508. Condolences: duffyandsnowdon.com. MOOTY, MARY LOU KURIMCHAK, Dickson City, Funeral Mass, Saturday, 12:30 p.m., Holy Cross Parish, St. Patrick’s Church, Olyphant. Interment, Holy Ghost Cemetery, Blakely. Celebration of life, today, 5 to 7, Michael P. Glinsky Funeral Home Inc., 129 Grant St., Olyphant. Condolences: glinskyfuneralhome.com. MORAN, SANDRA, Archbald, Saturday, 8:30 a.m., Arthur A. Albini Funeral Home, 1003 Church St., Jessup. Mass, 9:30, St. Mary of Czestochowa Church, 417 Main St., Eynon. Interment, St. Francis Cemetery, Eynon. Calling hours, today, 4 to 7 p.m. Contributions: Christ the King Parish, 411 Church St., Archbald, PA 18403. Condolences: funeral home website. PANTLE, THE REV. G. DONALD, S.J., Merion Station, visitation, Saturday, Nativity of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St., Scranton, 9:30 to 10:45 a.m.; funeral Mass, 11. Private interment, Jesuit Cemetery, Wernersville. Calling hours, immediately after Mass, University of Scranton, Fifth Floor, Brennan Hall, Madison Avenue, until 2 p.m. Contributions: “Father Pantle Scholarship,” in care of University of Scranton Advancement Office, 800 Linden St., Scranton, PA 18510. Condolences: dinanfu neralhome.com. PRISCO, ALFONSO M. “AL,” South Abington Twp., formerly of Taylor, Mass, 10 a.m., St. Ann’s Basilica, 1233 St. Ann’s St., Scranton. Interment, Cathedral Cemetery. Calling hours, today, 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Arrangements: Solfanelli-Fiorillo Funeral Home Inc., 1030 N. Main Ave., Scranton. Contributions: St. Ann’s Basilica, 1233 St. Ann’s St., Scranton, PA 18504, or St. Joseph’s Center, 2010 Adams Ave., Scranton, PA 18509. Condolences: funeral home website. REUTHER, MARYANN, Dunmore, Mass, Thursday, St. Mary of Mount Carmel Church, Dun-

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more, by the Rev. John A. Doris. Pallbearers: Michael Lazar, Mark V. Lazar, Mark A. Lazar, James Brozzetti, Thomas Wharton and David Bartels. Interment, Mount Carmel Cemetery, Dunmore. ROSS, ANN M., Dunmore, private. Inurnment, Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst. Arrangements: Carlucci-Golden-DeSantis Funeral Home Inc. RUSSIN, IRENE F., Clarks Summit, formerly of Dunmore, today, Mass, 9:30 a.m., St. Mary of Mount Carmel Church, Chestnut Street, Dunmore. Interment, Dunmore Cemetery. Condolences: margottafuneralhomes. com. Donations: American Cancer Society, 712 S. Keyser Ave., Taylor, PA 18517. RYBAK, FRANK, formerly of Scott Twp., calling hours, today, 10 a.m. to noon, Scott Twp. Fire Company, 1027 Montdale Road, Scott Twp. Words of remembrance, noon. Interment with military honors, Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Finch Hill. Arrangements: Carmine J. & Louis C. Parise Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., Carbondale. Contributions: Scott Township Fire Company. Condolences: parisefuneral home.com. SALAK, MARY ANN, Waymart, Mass, Saturday, 10 a.m., St. Mary’s Church, 242 Carbondale Road, Waymart. Burial, Saturday, St. Catherine’s Cemetery, Moscow. Calling hours, Saturday, 8 to 9 a.m., Jenkins Funeral Home, 269 Belmont St., Waymart, PA 18472. SNYDER, ALBERT W. JR., Covington Twp., Thursday, Duffy & Snowdon Funeral Home, Moscow, by Pastor Eric Luczak, assisted by Susan Gambucci, cousin of Albert. Pallbearers: Chet Havenstrite Sr. and Chet Havenstrite Jr., Fred Mott, Randy Gilette, William Ames, Carl Heater Jr. and Randy Scott, cousins. Interment, Laurel Hill Cemetery, Covington Twp. STEWART, JOSEPH ANTHONY, Dunmore, private. Arrangements: Corey Brian Strauch Services LLC, 602 Birch St., Scranton. Condolences: funeral home website or Facebook page. TALCOTT, JEFFREY ARDEN, Jacksonville, Fla., formerly of Nicholson, celebration of life, Saturday, 11 a.m., Montdale Country Club, 195 Country Club Road, Jermyn. Contributions: San Juan Del Rio Parish Life Center, 1714 State Road 13, St. Johns, FL 32259. TARTELLA, JAMES J., West Scranton, today, 10 a.m., Jackson Street Baptist Church, 1206 Jackson St., Scranton, by the Rev. James Buchanan, pastor of Berean Church. Go directly to the church. Interment with military honors, Fairview Memorial Park, Elmhurst. Contributions: Deacons Fund or Home Missions Fund of the Jackson Street Baptist Church, 1206 Jackson St., Scranton, PA 18504. Condolences: vanstonandjames.com. TOWERS, CAROL LEE, Dillsburg, formerly from Blakely, Saturday, 11 a.m., Dillsburg Brethren in Christ Church. Visitation, 10 a.m. to service. Committal services, Monday, 11 a.m., Abington Hills Cemetery, 800 Morgan Highway, South Abington Twp. Donations: Dillsburg Brethren in Christ Church, 18 E. Harrisburg St., Dillsburg, PA 17019. VARAKSA, JOSEPH J., Jessup, blessing service, today, 9:30 a.m., Michael P. Glinsky Funeral Home Inc., 129 Grant St., Olyphant. Interment, St. Mary’s Assumption Cemetery, Montdale. Information: glinskyfuneralhome. com. VERRASTRO, JOSEPH E. JR., Dunmore, Saturday, 10:30 a.m., Church of the Good Shepherd, 1780 N. Washington Ave., Scranton. Go directly to the church the morning of the service. Interment, St. Mary of Mount Carmel Cemetery, Dunmore. Calling hours, today, 5 to 8 p.m., Corey Brian Strauch Funeral Home LLC, 602 Birch St., Scranton. Contributions: Ronald McDonald House, 332 Wheeler Ave., Scranton, PA 18510. Condolences: funeral home website or Facebook page. VISHNISKY, ANN PIA (PIEROTTI), formerly of Archbald, Mass, today, 9:30 a.m., St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 429 Church St., Archbald. Calling hours, 8:30. Interment, St. John’s Church Cemetery, Jessup. Arrangements: Louis J. Rapoch Funeral Home, 420 Church St., Archbald. Condolences: www. rapochfuneralhome.com.

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Rev. G. Donald Pantle, S.J. August 28, 2017 The Rev. G. Donald Pantle, S.J., 89, entered into eternal life on Aug. 28, 2017, at Manresa Hall, Merion Station, Pa. Father was predeceased by his parents, George Pantle and Helen Miller Pantle. In addition to his Jesuit Community family, he is survived by his sister, Mary Ann Sacco, many devoted nieces and cousins. Father’s entire ministry was within Jesuit educational institutions, first at Loyola Blakefield in Baltimore, and Gonzaga College High School in Washington, D.C. From 1979 until 2014, he served at the University of Scranton as a professor of German and, later in his tenure, associate director of Campus Ministry, and director of the Retreat Center at Chapman Lake. He was the director of Fayette House, a residence that for many years was designated for students interested in learning Spanish to aid them in their careers. He also served as co-moderator of the International Students Club and chaplain to the Women of the University Prayer Group and the baseball, basketball and soccer teams. He was beloved by students, faculty, staff and alumni who frequently sought his spiritual counsel down through the years. Over the years, the University showed its appreciation for his service. He received the Beining Award from the Athletics Department for his support and “ministry of presence.” In 1998, the Scranton Jesuit Community established the Rev. G. Donald Pantle, S.J. Scholarship at Scranton. And, in 2010, the University named a garden on its campus the Rev. G. Donald Pantle, S.J., Rose Garden in honor of his service to the institution. A native of Scranton, Father Pantle attended elementary school at Nativity of Our Lord School, and after graduating from Scranton Central High School, he attended the University of Scranton for two years. Visitation will be Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017, at Nativity of Our Lord Church, 633 Orchard St., Scranton, from 9:30 until 10:45 a.m.; funeral Mass immediately following at 11. Private interment at the Jesuit Cemetery, Wernersville, Pa., at a later date. Immediately after the Mass, relatives and friends are invited to a reception at the University of Scranton, Fifth Floor, Brennan Hall, Madison Ave., (until 2 p.m.). In lieu of flowers, kindly consider a gift to the “Father Pantle Scholarship,” in care of: University of Scranton Advancement Office, 800 Linden St., Scranton, PA 18510. Additional information at: www.dinanfuneralhome. com.

Alfred W. Kotula Sr., 82, of Dupont passed away on Wednesday, Aug. 30, at the Regional Hospital of Scranton. He was born in Dupont, Feb. 12, 1935, and was the son of the late Edward W. and Bertha Kaspriskie Kotula. Fred was a member of Holy Mother of Sorrows Polish National Church, Dupont. He was a graduate of Dupont High School. Alfred worked as a mixologist for the Cinema Club, Duryea, and the Lincoln Inn, Dupont, for many years. He also worked many years as a bus driver for the Pittston Area School District and worked as a bus driver training instructor. Alfred retired as a secretary for the Consistory Scottish Rite. Fred was very active with the Masons. He started as a member of the Blue Lodge, the Rose Croix, a member of the Knights of Pythias, he was a 32nd Mason and then became a 33rd Mason. He was also a Shriner, past district Deputy Grand Master and was currently aid to the Grand Master. Alfred was a member of the Elm St. Sportsman Club, Dupont, he loved the outdoors, loved being with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Alfred will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Ruth Jaroszewicz Kotula, who passed away Oct. 3, 2002; his brothers, Joseph, Frank, Edward and Theodore Kotula; and his sister, Matilda Markowski. Fred is survived by his sons, Alfred W. Kotula Jr. and his wife, Carole, of Dupont;

and Frank Edward Kotula Sr. and his wife, Mary Catherine, of Wilkes-Barre. Also surviving are his sister, Bertha Melvin, of Fords, N.J.; his grandchildren, Frank and Scott Kotula and Nicole Kotula and Michele Gisewhite; great-grandchildren, John and Vincent Padilla and Ava Gisewhite; his companion of many years, Judy Cooper; step-grandchildren, Rebecca Gray, Rachael Dunn and Kyle Meixell; step-great-grandchildren, James, Matthew Daniel Gray and Audrey and Nathan Dunn; and many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607. A blessing service will be held Saturday, Sept. 2, at noon at Kiesinger Funeral Services Inc., 255 McAlpine St., Duryea, with Fr. Zbigniew Dawid of Holy Mother of Sorrows Polish National Church officiating. Friends may call Saturday morning from 10 a.m. until time of service. St. John’s Masonic Lodge 233, Yatesville, will conduct Masonic services at 11:30 a.m. Online condolences may be made to www.kiesinger funeralservices.com.

Thomas J. Halloran Sr. services set Services have been scheduled for Thomas J. Halloran Sr., 54, of Jessup, who died Monday. The funeral will be Saturday at 9 a.m. from HudakO’Shea Funeral Home, 115 N. Garfield Ave., Olyphant, with a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 at Holy Cross Parish, 200 Delaware Ave., Olyphant. Interment with military honors, St. Patrick’s Cemetery, Blakely. Anyone wishing to attend the funeral on Saturday should arrive at the funeral home no later than 8:30 a.m. Friends may call today

from 4 to 8 p.m. at HudakO’Shea Funeral Home, Olyphant. Arrangements by Parise Funeral Homes, Carbondale. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be sent in Tom’s name to the donor’s favorite charity.

Nan P. McNulty services set Services have been scheduled for Nan P. McNulty of Dunmore, who died Wednesday at Hospice of the Sacred Heart. The funeral will be Saturday from the Albert P. O’Donnell Funeral Home, 2025 Green Ridge St., Dunmore. Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 a.m. will be celebrated by the Most Rev. James Clifford Timlin, Bishop Emeritus of Scranton, at St. Mary of Mount Carmel Church, 322 Chestnut St., Dunmore, with interment at Mount Carmel Cemetery. Friends may call today from 4 to 6 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Francis of Assisi Kitchen, 500 Penn Ave., Scranton, PA 18503, or Women’s Resource Center, P.O. Box 975, Scranton, PA 18501.

In Memoriam Tony Marinucci

Philip J. Ferrese 9/1/1948 – 6/10/2017 Happy Birthday my dearest. You are forever in our hearts and will never be forgotten. We miss you more each day. We love you! Fran, Philip Jr., Laura, Pat, Tristan and Peyton

September 1, 2016

Tony Marinucci

November 4, 1944 - September 1, 2016 My Dearest Tony, Happy 1st Anniversary in Heaven. Cruisin in your “47”. My heart is always with you. Love, Mary Ann

Miss you “Baby Brother” Love, Barbara

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Eleanor Nalevanko

Darren W. Reinert

August 31, 2017 Eleanor Nalevanko, 91, a lifelong resident of Old Forge, died Thursday morning after an illness. She is survived by her beloved husband and best friend of 62 years, Michael Nalevanko Sr. Born on May 28, 1926, daughter of the late Anthony and Anna DelVecchio, Eleanor was a graduate of Old Forge High School, class of 1945. A talented and wellknown seamstress, she had a lifelong career in the garment industry before her retirement. An amazing baker and cook, she was also a longtime member of Prince of Peace Parish in Old Forge. Eleanor was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and aunt whose life was devoted to her family. Loved by all who knew her, she will be forever missed. Her family would like to express their gratitude to Dr. Armando Sallavanti for his years of amazing care and compassion given to both Eleanor and her family. She is also survived by her children, Michael Nalevanko Jr. and wife, Kathy, of Lake Ariel; and Karen Piekarski and husband, Robert, of Old Forge; three grandchildren, Michael Nalevanko III of Lake Ariel; Megan Beny and husband, Alex, of Moosic;

and Matthew Piekarski of Old Forge; a brother, Anthony DelVecchio of Old Forge; and nieces and nephews. A brother, Eugene DelVecchio, and sisters, Genevieve Lloyd, Elaine Grady and Anna Rose DelVecchio, preceded their sister in death. A Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for Saturday at 10 a.m. at St. Lawrence O’Toole Church, 620 S. Main St. in Old Forge, to be celebrated by the Rev. August A. Ricciardi, pastor. Burial will follow at Old Forge Cemetery. Those attending the funeral are asked to proceed directly to church. Relatives and friends may pay their respects at the church from 9 until Mass. Arrangements are under the care of the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge. Visit the funeral home’s website for directions or to leave an online condolence.

Eleanor F. Loessy Eleanor F. Loessy, 90, a lifelong resident of Scranton, passed away Wednesday at home. Born in Scranton, daughter of the late John and Anna LaBonce Loessy, she was a graduate of West Scranton High School. Prior to her retirement, she was employed by Ingersol Rand. For many years prior to that, she worked as a secretary for the law firm, Nogi, O’Malley & Harris. Eleanor was a lifelong and active member of St. John the Baptist Church, now St. Patrick’s Parish. She was a member of the choir, the sodality and chaired the “Duck Pond” at the Annual Summer Social, making sure that all the children went home with a “baggie” filled with trinkets and toys. Most recently, she participated in St. Patrick’s Bereavement ministry. Surviving are a sister, Alice Radics; a niece, Carol Radics; nephews, James Eiden and wife, Denise; Robert Radics and wife, Molly;

August 28, 2017

Darren W. Reinert of Sterling died Monday at Geisinger Community Medical Center following a brief illness. His wife of 11 years is the former Michelle Mattfeld. Born in West Babylon, N.Y., son of Barbara Crowley Skelton of Longwood, Fla., and the late Thomas Reinert, he was a graduate of Western Wayne High School class of 1991 and attended Johnson and Wales University. He was employed at Penn Paper and Supply. He was an avid Kansas City Chiefs and NASCAR fan. He enjoyed collecting Star Wars, G.I. Joe and NASCAR memorabilia and studying the Civil War and railroad history. His true passion was his family. Also surviving are daughters, Taylor and Brittney, both at home; a stepdaughter, Marissa Phillips of Boulder, Colo.; a stepson, Patrick Johnstone of Scranton; a sister, Danielle Reinert of Long Island; a brother, Lane Reinert and his wife, Brenda, of F lorida; mother-in-law, Arline Mattfeld of Palm Bay, Fla.; and father-in-law, Thomas Mattfeld Sr. of Saylorsburg; sisters-in-law, Marsha Mattfeld and her companion,

Barbara A. Sirianni, 80, Carbondale, died Monday at Moses Taylor Hospital, Scranton. Her husband was the late Louis Sirianni. Bor n in Carbondale, daughter of the late Robert and Helen Hopkins Ketchem, she was a customer service rep at Ames store for a number of years and worked in day care for 20 years. Barbara had numerous friends, loved her family and friends and was loved by all. She enjoyed her monthly Canasta Card Club for 56 years. Surviving are two daughters, Karen Sirianni, Carbondale; Debra Balgaroo, Olyphant; two grandchildren, Leah and Jena Balgaroo; a great-grandchild, Riley Austin; four sisters, Shirley Corrigan, Calif.; Diane May, Lewisburg; Connie Griffiths, Peckville; Bonnie Harrity,

and Gene Eiden. She was also a devoted aunt to numerous great-nieces and nephews and great-great-nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister, Florence Eiden and husband, Francis, whom she helped to care for during several illnesses in their later years. The funeral will be Saturday at 9:30 a.m. from the Thomas J. Hughes Funeral Home Inc., 1240 St. Ann St., with Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in Immaculate Heart of Mary Chapel, Oram St. Interment, St. John the Baptist Cemetery, Scranton. Friends may call Friday from 4 to 7 p.m.

Susan E. Conrad, a longtime Scranton resident, passed away suddenly on Monday, Aug. 28, at the Regional Hospital of Scranton. She was 59. The daughter of the late Charles A. Haas Jr. and Beatrice V. Haas, Susan was born in Morristown, N.J., and grew up in Randolph, N.J. She graduated from Randolph High School in 1976 and in 1980 earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in library science from Marywood College. For more than 30 years, she was a social worker whose passion was assisting people with developmental or behavioral needs. Most recently she was employed as office manager and a driver for the Moranco Co. Inc., of Scranton, which transports young people with special needs to and from school. Susan was a giving, caring, selfless person who always reached out to others, especially those in need, and she touched the lives of many in the Scranton area. She is survived by her loving husband of 36 years, William R. Conrad, and their son, Kevin J., both at home;

Pearl E. Lewis

August 29, 2017

Allen George Sweet Sr. August 27, 2017 Allen George Sweet Sr., 65, of Croydon, died Sunday at Hospice of the Sacred Heart. Funeral services and interment are scheduled for Friday at 11:30 a.m. at Rosedale Memorial Park in Bensalem. Arrangements are under the care of the Thomas P. Kearney Funeral Home Inc., 517 N. Main St., Old Forge.

Danny Steenger, both of Saylorsburg; Fran Brier and her husband, David, of Clinton, Mass.; and Carrie Oberg and her husband, Mark, of Townsend, Mass.; brothersin-law, Matthew Mattfeld of New Jersey and T. Barry Mattfeld Jr. and his wife, Johneice, of Eugene, Ore.; exwife, Beverly Phillips; several aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Friends may call Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. in the James Wilson Funeral Home, 143 Gravity Road. Cremation will follow the service in the Lake Region Crematory, Lake Ariel. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org. For directions or to send the family an online condolence, visit www.jameswil sonfuneralhome.com.

Susan E. Conrad

Harold E. Holbert Sr. Harold E. Holbert Sr., 79, of Nicholson died Tuesday afternoon, Aug. 29, 2017, at the Hospice of the Sacred Heart in Dunmore. Born Jan. 1, 1938, in Hancock, N.Y., he was a son of the late George and Eleanor (Mallory) Holbert. He attended school in Hancock, N.Y. He was employed until he retired from Specialty Records, Olyphant. He was a member of St. Patrick’s Church, Nicholson. He was a die-hard farmer who started farming as soon as he was old enough to get into the fields, and he farmed until he no longer was able. He was preceded in death by his wife, the former Bernice Ganczarski, who died

Barbara A. Sirianni

August 28, 2017

August 30, 2017

June 26, 2017. Surviving are a son, Harold E. Holbert Jr. and his fiancée, Roseann Richards, West Clifford, Pa.; four daughters, Theresa Harvey and her husband, Joseph, West Clifford, Pa.; Lora Holbert, Olyphant; Donna Middaugh and her husband, Michael, Hunlock Creek; and Renee Liparulo, Olyphant; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and a brother, George Edward Holbert and his wife, Jean, N.Y. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. There will be no visitation. Arrangements are under the direction of Mayo Funeral Home Inc., Shickshinny.

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Pearl E. Lewis, 94, of Lake Winola and Bradenton, Fla., died Tuesday evening at home. Her husband was Thomas Lewis, who died in 2007. Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Edith Coss Rozelle. She was a 1941 graduate of Scranton Technical High School. She was a member of the Clarks Summit United Methodist Church as well as the Order of the Eastern Star in Syracuse, N.Y., where she lived with her husband for many years. Pearl devoted her life to caring for her family. She enjoyed creating arts and crafts for her loved ones and especially treasured the holidays when everyone was together. Surviving are two children, Thomas Lewis and wife, Barbara, Glen Cove, N.Y.; and Donna Lewis, Lake Winola; four grandchildren, Todd Kilponen, Jason Kilponen, Thomas W. Lewis IV

four brothers, Charles Haas, of Randolph, N.J.; Robert Haas, of Kansas City, Mo.; Steven Haas, of Dover, N.J.; and Michael Haas and his wife, Susan, of Hardwick, N.J.; three nieces and many cousins. At the family’s request, a service of remembrance and celebration of her life will be planned for a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Susan’s memory may be made to Goodwill Industries of Northeastern Pennsylvania, 925 Prospect Ave., Scranton, PA, 18505 or to Lackawanna Valley Trout Unlimited, 542 Boulevard Ave., Dickson City, PA. Contributions to the family also would be appreciated.

and Meredith Price Lewis; two great-grandchildren, William Joseph and Anna Lynn Kilponen; as well as several nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held on Saturday at 1 p.m. from the Lawrence E. Young Funeral Home, 418 S. State St., Clarks Summit. Interment will follow at Abington Hills Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 12:30 until the time of the service. To send an online condolence, visit the funeral home website.

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Hanover; several nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by a brother, Robert Ketchem, and son-in-law, Ken Balgaroo. Private services are scheduled at the convenience of the family. Interment, Valley View Memorial Park. Arrangements by Lawrence A. Gabriel Funeral Home and Cremation Services Inc., 74 N. Main St., Carbondale.

Public mourns Princess Diana ered at the palace to mark the two decades since Diana’s death triggered a flood of grief across Britain and BY DANICA KIRKA beyond. Her admirers began ASSOCIATED PRESS paying tribute to the princess LONDON — Kathy Martin before dawn, placing candles joined the stream of visitors shaped in the letter “D’’ at laying tributes to Princess the palace gates. Diana outside the gates of “We had never met her Kensington Palace on Thurs- and been nowhere near her, day, just as she did 20 years but I think she touched so many people because of who ago. The 55-year-old Diana dev- she was, the way she conotee vividly remembers Aug. ducted herself in the context of where she 31, 1997. She was living and was wakened “Diana always w h o s h e by an early mor ning put a smile on became,” said M a r a phone call the face and Klemich, 55, a from family in well-wisher Australia tellthat’s from Sydney. ing her the something for William and princess had Harry weren’t died in a Paris people.” scheduled to car accident, take part in then raced to Kathy Martin a n y eve n t s the palace Diana devotee T h u r s d a y. with her They honored daughter and was among the first to leave a their mother Wednesday, visfloral tribute. Throngs of iting a garden at Kensington people began arriving 10 Palace where she used to minutes later, adding cards, stroll and talk to gardeners teddy bears and mountains about their ever-changing displays. The princes and the of flowers. Martin returns to Kens- Duchess of Cambridge, Wilington Palace, where Diana liam’s wife, met with wellonce lived, every year on the wishers afterward. anniversary of her death, on Paparazzi Christmas and on the prinThe 36-year-old princess cess’ birthday. On Thursday, she brought picture collages, died in the early hours of poems and a Victorian Aug. 31, 1997. Her Mercedes, spongecake decorated with pursued by paparazzi, Diana’s picture, which she crashed into a concrete pillar shared with other royal fans. in the Alma Tunnel in Paris “She was just the beauti- while traveling at more than ful, warming, caring human- 60 mph. Diana, her boyfriend Dodi itarian,” Martin said. “She touched all walks of life. Fayed and their driver Henri Diana always put a smile on Paul were all killed. Her bodythe face and that’s something guard, Trevor Rees-Jones, was injured but survived. for people.” In Paris, royal watchers Diana’s sons gathered at the tunnel ThursThe weeks leading up to day to remember Diana’s life. the anniversary have been Some wept. filled with television docu“It’s been 20 years now, but mentaries and newspaper there are people you don’t forstories reflecting on the prin- get, and she is one of them,” cess and her contributions to said Sylviane Rives, who the country and to the mon- works nearby. “That is what I archy. Diana’s sons, Princes wrote on a little card for her.” Those who didn’t go to the William and Harry, added to the buildup with a series of palace or to the tunnel took heart-wrenching interviews to social media to express in which they talked about their grief and to recall her their mother’s love and the kindness. Elton John offered a tribpain of her death. On Thursday though, it ute, posting an image on was the public’s turn to social media with his hand recall “The People’s Prin- on her shoulder. Both are cess.” Fans like Martin gath- smiling.

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EXTENDED FORECAST

Cool today with sun followed by increasing clouds. Clouds breaking tonight.

65 45 Precip Chance 0% Humidity 76% Winds NNW 6-12 mph

8 a.m

Noon

4 p.m

66 56

70 54

A little afternoon rain

A shower in the morning

SCRANTON 65/45

65/41

Wilkes-Barre 67/45

Pottsville 67/50

Harrisburg 69/53

Trenton 69/52

Wilmington 71/55 Atlantic City 70/57 Ocean City 70/56

Washington, D.C. 69/59

Dover 70/55

Cape May 69/57

ALMANAC High temperature ............................................. 72° Low temperature ............................................. 55° Yesterday’s average temperature ..................... 64° Normal high ..................................................... 78° Normal low ...................................................... 57° Last year’s high temperature ........................... 83° Last year’s low temperature ............................. 62° Record high ........................................ 95° in 1953 Record low ......................................... 41° in 1934

I-84 NEW YORK BORDER AREA: Sun, then clouds in lower elevations today; mostly sunny higher.

The presence of man-made particulates affecting aspects of human health. Today’s Forecast

44 0 50 100 150 200 300 500 0-50 Good; 51-100 Moderate; 101-150 Unhealthy for sensitive groups; 151-200 Unhealthy; 201-300 Very Unhealthy; 301-500 Hazardous PA Department of Environmental Protection

UV INDEX TODAY

PRECIPITATION

24-hour precip. ending 6 p.m. Thursday ......... Trace

The higher the AccuWeather.com UV Index™ number, the greater the need for eye and skin protection.

Year to date

I-81 HARRISBURG AREA: Cooler today with increasing clouds. A little rain toward dawn in the west tonight.

I-476 LEHIGH VALLEY AREA: Cooler today with sun giving way to clouds. A shower or two in the south tonight.

Yesterday’s reading

TEMPERATURE

Pleasant and warmer

Actual 2.75”

Normal 3.41”

Actual 30.77”

Normal 25.03”

8 a.m. 10 a.m. Noon

2 p.m. 4 p.m.

0-2 Low; 3-5 Moderate; 6-7 High; 8-10 Very High; 11+ Extreme

NATIONAL WEATHER

WEDNESDAY

81 58

72 51

A t-storm in the afternoon

A couple of showers possible

Port Jervis 2.85’ 2.84’ -0.01’ 18.0’ Old Forge 2.49’ 2.49’ none 11.0’ Wilkes-Barre 0.88’ 0.80’ -0.08’ 22.0’ Tunkhannock 1.31’ 1.31’ none 11.0’

Callicoon 3.36’ 3.35’ -0.01’ 12.0’ Archbald 1.96’ 1.97’ +0.01’ 8.0’ Meshoppen 8.06’ 8.00’ -0.06’ 27.0’

JERSEY SHORE FORECAST

Increasing clouds and cooler today. Wind north 7-14 mph. Considerable clouds tonight with brief showers late. Wind north-northwest 4-8 mph. Periods of rain, some heavy tomorrow. Wind east-southeast 7-14 mph. Water temperature: 70. Forecasts and graphics provided by AccuWeather, Inc. ©2017

SUN AND MOON Sunrise ...................... Sunset ....................... Moonrise ................... Moonset ....................

Today 6:29 a.m. 7:36 p.m. 4:46 p.m. 1:53 a.m.

Planets Rise Mercury ..................... 5:46 a.m. Venus ........................ 3:48 a.m. Mars .......................... 5:28 a.m. Jupiter ..................... 10:06 a.m. Saturn ....................... 3:00 p.m. Uranus ....................... 9:26 p.m.

Full

Sep 6

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Seattle 80/60 Billings 88/60 Minneapolis 73/60 San Francisco 93/69

RIVER GAUGES

Delaware Wednesday Yesterday 24-hr change Flood stage Lackawanna Wednesday Yesterday 24-hr change Flood stage Susquehanna Wednesday Yesterday 24-hr change Flood stage Tunkhannock Wednesday Yesterday 24-hr change Flood stage

AIR QUALITY INDEX

Recorded for the 24 hours through 6 p.m. yesterday at the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Int’l Airport

Month to date

TUESDAY

79 61

I-80 EASTERN PA: Cool today with sun followed by increasing clouds. Mostly cloudy tonight.

Philadelphia 71/57

Baltimore 69/55

MONDAY

I-95 DC TO PHILLY: New York City Mostly cloudy and cooler today. A little 69/56 rain tonight; arriving late in the north.

Hazleton 64/45

State College 63/48

SUNDAY

Shown is today’s forecast. Temperatures are today’s highs and Port Jervis tonight’s lows.

Binghamton 60/39 Williamsport 69/48

SATURDAY

Saturday 6:30 a.m. 7:34 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 2:44 a.m.

Set ........ 6:56 p.m. ........ 6:11 p.m. ........ 7:11 p.m. ........ 9:18 p.m. ...... 12:21 a.m. ...... 10:46 a.m.

IN THE SKY Last

New

First

Sep 13

Sep 20

Sep 27

In the sky: The teapot of Sagittarius will be just below and to the right of the moon tonight in the sky. Source: Longway Planetarium; Flint, MI

Chicago 71/52

Denver 85/58 Kansas City 77/60

Los Angeles 102/78

Detroit 67/54

New York 69/56

Washington 69/59 HARVEY

Atlanta 82/65

El Paso 91/67 Houston 91/71

Miami 90/79

LIDIA

Shown are today’s noon positions of weather systems and precipitation. Temperature bands are highs for the day.

NATIONAL CITIES City Albany Anchorage Atlanta Atlantic City Baltimore Boston Buffalo Cape May Charlotte Chicago Cincinnati Cleveland Columbus, OH Dallas Denver Harrisburg Hartford Honolulu Las Vegas Los Angeles Louisville Miami Myrtle Beach New Orleans New York City Orlando Philadelphia Phoenix Pittsburgh Portland, OR Raleigh Rochester San Francisco Seattle State College Syracuse Tampa Washington, DC Wilmington, DE

Today Hi/Lo/W 65/42/s 55/45/sh 82/65/t 70/57/pc 69/55/pc 70/51/s 64/46/s 69/57/pc 81/66/t 71/52/s 60/55/r 68/54/pc 66/56/r 90/72/pc 85/58/pc 69/53/pc 69/44/s 86/71/pc 105/82/pc 102/78/s 63/58/r 90/79/t 86/75/t 87/73/t 69/56/pc 92/75/t 71/57/pc 109/83/pc 67/54/pc 90/61/s 74/67/t 63/43/s 93/69/s 80/60/s 63/48/pc 62/42/s 91/77/t 69/59/c 71/55/pc

Saturday Hi/Lo/W 71/53/pc 56/48/c 83/63/pc 67/63/r 65/60/r 70/58/pc 71/57/pc 68/65/r 85/62/c 76/59/s 67/58/r 71/58/c 67/58/r 91/73/pc 90/61/s 64/58/r 72/53/pc 85/73/pc 103/79/s 98/76/pc 70/58/r 89/78/sh 84/74/t 87/73/pc 68/62/r 87/73/t 66/62/r 102/80/pc 68/58/r 97/64/s 85/65/t 70/54/pc 90/65/s 87/62/s 59/53/r 72/52/pc 87/77/t 68/64/r 66/61/r

Sunday Hi/Lo/W 62/54/r 58/49/r 83/62/s 78/64/pc 78/58/pc 68/59/r 70/58/pc 78/63/pc 84/63/s 83/66/s 78/61/pc 77/61/s 79/60/pc 89/71/pc 95/62/s 76/57/pc 67/55/r 85/73/pc 100/79/pc 93/72/s 80/62/pc 91/79/pc 86/71/pc 88/73/pc 75/62/r 90/74/t 77/61/pc 98/82/t 74/58/pc 96/65/s 83/62/pc 71/56/pc 84/64/s 86/63/s 68/53/pc 66/54/pc 89/77/t 79/63/pc 78/59/pc

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Civitas Media sells two papers Civitas Media, the North Carolina-based company that owns The Times Leader, sold two newspapers in Illinois. Hearst, a mass media and business information conglomerate based in New York City, announced Friday that it had acquired the Alton Telegraph and Jacksonville Journal-Courier in Illinois from Civitas. Financial terms were not disclosed. Known as the oldest continuously published newspaper in Illinois, the JournalCourier was founded in 1830 in Jacksonville. The Telegraph was established in 1836 in Alton. Together, the newspapers have a circulation of more than 30,000. Besides The Times Leader, it is unclear how many new newspapers are still owned by Civitas Media, a portfolio company of Philadelphia-based private equity firm Versa Capital Management LLC.

Impact felt by plastic, oil industry BY PAUL WISEMAN ASSOCIATED PRESS

The Houston that was battered by Hurricane Harvey is an economic powerhouse whose influence reaches far beyond its region, leading many to worry about when its economy be able to stand up again. Houston produces the plastic used in everything from sports cars to baby bottles and is part of a low-lying coastal region that supplies nearly a third of U.S. oilrefining capacity. As the fourth-largest U.S. city, with 2.3 million people, it is also headquarters for 20 Fortune 500 companies. “There’s nothing being sold, nothing being manufactured and nothing being shipped in a city with a $500 billion economy,” says Patrick Jankowski, an economist with the Greater Houston Partnership, which promotes regional economic development. “Nothing is happening in Houston except rescues and people watching people get rescued.” “Greater Houston is a major engine of the U.S. economy,” IHS Markit says. Its port is the second-busiest in the United States. Its two airports handle 26 million passengers a year. And its worldclass cancer center processes 13,000 cases a week, many of them booked by patients flying in from abroad. If it were an independent country, Houston would boast the world’s 23rd-biggest economy, just below Sweden and just above Poland. Forecasters aren’t yet sure exactly how high the economic damage will go, how far it will spread or how long it will last. The more than 50 inches of rain that flooded Houston

— DENISE ALLABAUGH

NEW YORK

3.5M Wells Fargo accounts bogus The scope of Wells Fargo’s fake accounts scandal grew significantly on Thursday, with the bank now saying that 3.5 million accounts were potentially opened without customers’ permission between 2009 and 2016. That’s up from 2.1 million accounts that the bank had cited in September 2016, when it acknowledged that employees under pressure to meet aggressive sales targets had opened accounts that customers might not have even been aware existed.

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Stores expand same-day service Macy’s and Best Buy are expanding their same-day delivery offers as they try to be more competitive with online leader Amazon. The nation’s largest consumer electronics chain, Best Buy, says it will expand to 27 metropolitan markets from 13 starting next week. That number should reach nearly 40 cities by the winter holidays. In a separate announcement, Macy’s Inc. says it will offer same-day delivery in 15 additional markets for a total of 33 areas.

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The TPC petrochemical plant, with downtown Houston in the background, is seen Tuesday. left much of the city underwater and its manufacturing base all but immobilized. Transportation — for residents, employees and businesses — is snarled. Houstonians are trapped in their homes or in shelters, unable to get around because the roads are flooded. The Port of Houston is closed, and flights are still limited at Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport.

Economic damage Macroeconomic Advisers, a forecasting firm, calculates that economic damage from Hurricane Harvey could shave between 0.3 and 1.2 percentage points of f the nation’s economic growth in the July-September quarter. Before the storm, the economy had been expected to grow at an annual rate of about 3 percent from July through September. “The nation is going to find

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Highways around downtown Houston are empty Tuesday as floodwaters from Harvey overflow from the bayous around the city, out how important Houston is to the rest of the economy,” Jankowski says “The dashboard in a Ford manufactured in Michigan or the plastic valve made in Indiana or the piece of costume jewelry in Rhode Island or a case for

your computer in California — if it has plastic in it, it’s highly likely the plastic originated in Houston.”

Recoup likely Still, analysts note that the economic losses inflicted by

Harvey are likely to be recouped once Houston’s rebuilding begins. And some sectors of the area’s economic base may have been less damaged that initially feared. Robert Gilmer, director of the University of Houston’s Institute for Regional Forecasting, notes, for example, that the area’s refineries and petrochemical plants mostly escaped serious damage and are likely to be running again within weeks. He says authorities shut them down largely out of an “abundance of caution. ... You realize that people just can’t get to work or that getting them to work is dangerous.” The economic blow comes just as Houston was beginning to regain its footing after oil prices had tumbled into a freefall in mid-2014, bottoming just over $26 a barrel in January 2016, forcing cutbacks in the energy industry.

Lyft seizes opportunity amid Uber’s troubles Major differences in financial resources, ridership and operations. BY TOM KRISHER AND MICHAEL LIEDTKE ASSOCIATED PRESS

SAN FRANCISCO — When management upheaval, allegations of corporate espionage, and revelations of sexual harassment sent Uber into a public relations sinkhole, its long overshadowed rival Lyft shifted into overdrive. The company seized the opportunity to recruit disillusioned drivers so it could be more responsive to passengers searching for a ridehailing alternative to Uber. It upgraded its smartphone app, stepped up marketing efforts to attract more riders and expanded its U.S.-only

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Tesla now making solar cells in N.Y. Tesla Inc. is starting production of the cells for its solar roof tiles at its factory in Buffalo, New York. The company has already begun installing its solar roofs, which look like regular roofs but are made of glass tiles. But until now, it has been making them on a small scale near its vehicle factory in Fremont, California. — ASSOCIATED PRESS

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A driver displays Lyft and Uber stickers on his front windshield in January as he drops off a customer in downtown Los Angeles. service into 160 more cities for a total of about 350. On Thursday, Lyft made a big expansion move by announcing that it is adding statewide coverage to 32

states, bringing its total to 40. The aggressive tactics cast the much smaller Lyft in a new light. After five years of being content in its role as the fun-loving, pink-mus-

tached underdog of ride hailing, Lyft is proving to be a wily opportunist and a more imposing threat to Uber. But a huge chasm still separates the foes in terms of financial resources, ridership and breadth of operations. While Lyft’s rides are in the millions per year and only in the U.S., Uber makes 10 million trips per day worldwide and has carried more than 5 billion passengers in over 80 countries since 2009. Uber has raised nearly $14 billion in capital since its inception, compared with Lyft’s $2.6 billion. For its part, Uber is doing all it can to keep its lead. The company this week hired Expedia CEO Dara Khosrowshahi as its top executive. And while it concedes that this year’s missteps have slowed its growth, it says ridership is

still rising because customers value the service. It’s in the midst of self-proclaimed “180 days of change” in an effort to alter a culture that fostered rapid growth but also encouraged bad behavior. Yet the ground that Lyft has been gaining can’t be ignored. By the time Uber’s board ousted abrasive CEO Travis Kalanick in June, Lyft had more than doubled its ridership from the first six months of last year. At the end of June, it had passed 2016’s fullyear ride total of 162.5 million. To be sure, Lyft already was growing fast before Uber went into self-destruct mode. Lyft’s share of the U.S. ridehailing market in the past two years grew at double the rate of Uber, rising from 12 percent to just over 30 percent, according to Lyft’s internal metrics. Thursday, August 31, 2017

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Unscramble these four Jumbles, one letter to each square, to form four ordinary words. Dear Abby: I’m an active, 60-something wife, mother and grandmother who was recently diagnosed with early stage Parkinson’s disease. From all outward appearances, I appear healthy and I’m living my life as normally as possible, as my neurologist suggested. My symptom manifests as a right-sided hand tremor that I try to hide as much as possible. Now arrange the circled My immediate family letters to form the susmembers are aware of my prise answer, as sugcondition, but I haven’t told gested by the cartoon. extended family, friends or acquaintances about my situation. I become very emotional when discussing it and break down and cry. Can you suggest how to broach this subject, and Previous when to tell others about Answer: my condition? — Hiding as Much as I Can Dear Hiding: I’m sorry about your difficult diagTHE FAMILY CIRCUS By Bil & Jeff Keane nosis, but I hope you have done some research and are comforted that there have been advances in the treatment of your illness. We both know that at some point a sharp-eyed friend or relative will notice the tremor and ask about it. However, if you would prefer to be spared tearful conversations you would rather avoid, ask one of your loved ones to let the others know. Dear Abby: My family is the definition of dysfunctional. We all honestly could use some therapy after everything we’ve been through. I feel like I’m the only rational person in my family. I am the only one who sought professional help. My sister “Alexa” is a By Brian Crane MUTTS narcissist. I realized it a long PICKLES time ago. My mother is in denial, and she continues to push me to have a relationship with her. Speaking to Alexa is draining. She’s getting married next year and wants me and my children to be in the wedding. I accepted because I felt obligated, but I just can’t do it anymore. I don’t WANT to do it anymore! After all the years of her abuse and torment, I want to be free. GET FUZZY The problem: I finally put my foot down and told Alexa not to contact me again. Am I being selfish? — Selfish in the East Dear Selfish: I don’t think so. However, because you accepted that responsibility before telling her not to contact you again, YOU should contact HER and ask if she has changed her SUDOKU PUZZLE plans about you and your B.C. children being in her wedComplete the grid so every row, column and 3 x 3 box ding. However, if she hasn’t, contains every digit from 1 to 9 inclusively. be upfront with her NOW so your sister will have time to replace you in her wedding.

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Aries (March 21-April 19): Observe the people around you and the way they perform. Use intelligence and common sense when making decisions. Taurus (April 20-May 20): Look for any opening that will help you advance. Discussing your attributes and services will lead to unexpected interest. Gemini (May 21-June 20): Stop and consider your next move. Slow down, observe and wait for all the pertinent facts to unfold before making a decision. Cancer (June 21-July 22): The ability to do your own thing will bring you the satisfaction you desire and the recognition you deserve. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22): Lean toward the unusual when handling money, health and contractual matters. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): Socialize with people who are progressive and informative. Avoid costly ventures and unnecessary irresponsible purchases. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Make decisions based on what you know to be true. Concentrate on inner growth and appearance, not trying to change someone else. Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Showing your concern and offering solutions based on insight will help you maintain your status quo. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Plan a getaway. Sharing time with someone you love or planning a romantic rendezvous doesn’t have to cost a lot. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Taking on too much or making impulsive decisions can lead to confusion and loss. Stick close to home and trust in yourself. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): Don’t give in to temptation and overspend to update a personal document. Be responsible for your affairs. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20): Avoid getting involved in a risky joint venture with a fast talker or someone you are trying to impress. Avoid temptation.

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Robert Graves, the English historical novelist and translator whose most famous work was surely “I, Claudius,” said, “Prose books are the show dogs I breed and sell to support my cat.” Bridge has a reliable mantra: Support with support. Look at the auction in today’s deal. What do you think of it? The first three bids are By F a c sco Ma c ul a o & M k Ma l y Here iS A PLeASAnt LittLe GAMe ha w ll g v you a m ssag v y day. i ’s a um cal puzzl d s g d o sp ll ou you fo u . Cou h l s you fine. North should rebid two f s am . if h umb s mo h 6, sub ac 4. if h umb s l ss ha hearts because we love 6, add 3. th sul s you k y umb . S a a h upp l f ha d co a d majors and hate minors. ch ck o of you k y umb s, l f o gh . th ad h m ssag h l s South, though, should have u d h ch ck d f gu s g v you. rebid two no-trump because FOR BETTER OR FOR WORSE By Ly Joh s o they were using two-over-one game-force. That would have left North room for three diamonds. When South jumped to three no-trump, North should have bid four diamonds. Although he had only 12 points, he had four first-round controls and a hand very suitable for play in diamonds. By B ad & Paul A d so CLOSE TO HOME By Joh McPh so Then it isn’t clear-cut how the auction would have proceeded, but in both scenarios, six diamonds should have been reachable. It is an acceptable (but not laydown) slam. South took a reasonable but unlucky line in three no-trump. After ducking two rounds of clubs, he decided to hope that diamonds were not 2-2, because if they were, he anticipated a bad board. So he played a diamond to dummy’s ace and returned a diamond to his jack. West scooped up the trick and cashed out the clubs for down one. In six diamonds, declarer can win all 13 tricks if he guesses everything correctly. He can take one spade, four hearts (with a finesse through West), five diamonds, one club and two club ruffs on the board.

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LEGAL NOTICE The City of Scranton Department of Licensing, Inspections, and Permits, in accordance with National Flood Insurance Program regulation 65.7 (b)(1), hereby gives notice of the city's intent to revise the flood hazard information, generally located between the dam upstream of Harrison Avenue and the dam just downstream of Cedar Avenue. Specifically, the flood hazard information shall be revised from a point approximately 250 feet downstream of Cedar Avenue crossing to a point approximately 300 feet upstream of the Harrison Avenue crossing. As a result of the revision, the floodway shall both widen and narrow, the 1% annual chance water-surface elevations shall both increase and decrease, and the 1% annual chance floodplain shall both widen and narrow within the area of revision. Maps and detailed analysis of the revision can be reviewed at the Scranton City Hall at 340 North Washington Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania. Interested persons may call Don King of the City of Scranton at (570) 348-4193 or dking@scrantonpa.gov. LEGAL NOTICE TO: Jennifer Manning Address unknown NOTICE A petition has been filed asking the Court to put an end to all rights you have to your child K.E., born 4/29/12 and K.H., born 6/4/13. The Court has set a hearing to consider ending your rights to your children. That hearing will be held on October 3, 2017 at 1:30 P.M. at the Lackawanna County Court House, 200 Adams Avenue, Scranton, PA 18503. If you do not appear at this hearing, the Court may decide that you are not interested in retaining your rights to your child and your failure to appear may affect the Courts decision on whether to end your rights to your child. You are warned that even if you fail to appear at the scheduled hearing, the hearing will go on without you and your rights to your children may be ended by the Court without your being present. You have a right to be represented at the hearing by a lawyer. YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER OR CANNOT AFFORD ONE, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW TO FIND OUT WHERE YOU CAN GET LEGAL HELP. Northern Pennsylvania Legal Services, Inc. 33 North Main Street, Suite 200 Pittston, PA 18640 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Lackawanna County Industrial

Notice is hereby given that the Lackawanna County Industrial Development Authority (the “Authority”), will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September 19, 2017, at 10:00 a.m., on behalf of the County of Lackawanna, at the office of the Authority, 200 Adams Avenue, Fifth Floor, Scranton, Pennsylvania 18503, to discuss and take comment with respect to the financing of the following project: Lackawanna County Industrial Development Authority/MDBP LLC Project NAMES AND ADDRESS OF OWNERS AND OPERATORS OF FACILITIES TO BE FINANCED: MDBP LLC and Pasqualichio Bros., Inc. (collectively, the “Companies”), 115 Franklin Avenue, Scranton, PA 18503 ADDRESS OF PROJECT: Lot No. 14A located in the Valley View Business Park, Borough of Jessup, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania 18434 TOTAL COST OF PROJECT: Not to Exceed $9,900,000 MAXIMUM AGGREGATE FACE AMOUNT OF DEBT TO BE ISSUED: Not to Exceed $8,400,000 PROJECT DESCRIPTION: The proceeds of the debt to be issued in one or more series will be used to provide funds to finance and/or reimburse, among other things: (a) the planning, acquisition, construction and installation of an approximately 60,000 square foot new manufacturing facility located at Lot No. 14-A located in the Valley View Business Park, Borough of Jessup, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania 18434 (the “Facility”) for use by the Companies; (b) the acquisition and installation of machinery and equipment at the Facility for use by the Companies, and (c) the payment of certain costs and expenses of issuance of the debt. Members of the public are invited to attend the aforesaid public hearing. The attending public, on their own behalf or by attorney, are urged to provide information and make statements concerning the aforesaid project. THE LACKAWANNA COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY IS ACTING AS A CONDUIT ISSUER FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE COMPANY AND THE DEBT WILL BE A SPECIAL LIMITED OBLIGATION OF THE LACKAWANNA COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY PAYABLE SOLELY FROM PAYMENTS TO BE MADE BY THE COMPANIES. DEBT FINANCINGS OF THE LACKAWANNA COUNTY INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ARE NOT OBLIGATIONS OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, NOR OF ANY CITY, BOROUGH, TOWNSHIP OR OTHER POLITICAL SUBDIVISION OF THE COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA. This Notice is published in accor-

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LIFE COLL. OF CLASSIC CARS / ANTIQUES / AUTOMOBILIA / TRACTORS 20+ CLASSIC CARS: PONTIAC LEMANS/ FIREBIRD, FORD MUSTANG/GALAXY, NASH/ PACKARD/CORVAIR/CADILLAC, MINT 32 CHEVY SEDAN, 49 ALICE CHALMER TRACTOR/ WHEELHORSE/CUB CADET, 72 HONDA, N.O.S. PARTS, ADVERTISING SIGNS/TIN, OLD BIKES/ PEDAL CARS, MOPEDS, GO CARTS, ANTIQUES, DIE CAST TOYS/TRUCKS, OLD GAMES SALE: 8:30 AM Saturday September 9, 2017 LOCATION: 4550 Old Packhouse Rd. Schnecksville PA 18078 (Schnecksville Pavillion) PREVIEW: FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 8, 2017 from 4-6PM NO BUYERS PREMIUM & NO RESERVES Doug/Tim Houser Aucts. AU-000446L Jason/Nathan Houser Assoc. Aucts. 610-799-2396 / 570-386-2191

dance with the requirements of Section 147(f) of the Internal Revenue Code, as amended. Lackawanna County Industrial Development Authority

Classifieds Work! LEGAL SERVICES REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS The Housing Authority of the County of Lackawanna (HACL) is seeking qualifications from qualified legal firms to provide services as General Counsel for Legal Services. A complete copy of the Request for Qualifications packet may be obtained at www.hacl.org Please submit and direct any inquires to Patrick Padula at ppadula@hacl.org or (570)-342-7629 ext 303. Submittals are due no later than 2:00PM, Friday, September 8, 2017. PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that articles of incorporation were filed with the Department of State for the Jenkins-Howell Funeral Home, Inc., a corporation organized under the Pennsylvania Business Corporation Law of 1988. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL Separate sealed proposals will be received by the Recreation Authority Office in Weston Field, 982 Providence Road, Scranton, Pennsylvania 18508, until September 11, 2017 at 7:00 p.m., at which time they will be read aloud at the Authority's monthly meeting, by the Authority Chairwoman (or her designee) for the following: SCRANTON MUNICIPAL RECREATION AUTHORITY ENGINEERING SERVICESWENZEL TREEHOUSE REPAIRS Proposals shall be made upon the official proposal form attached to the specifications which may be obtained at the Weston Field, 982 Providence Road, Scranton, PA 18508 and which may be had by bona fide bidders. Copies can be requested by contacting the Scranton Municipal Recreation Authority Solicitor, Timothy Corbett, at Tim@CorbettPriceLaw.com Sealed envelopes containing the proposals will be received and identified by “Scranton Municipal Recreation Authority Engineering Services”. The envelopes should be delivered or mailed to the Scranton Municipal Recreation Authority, at the Weston Field address listed above, so as to arrive by the date and time specified above. The Scranton Municipal Recreation Authority will require Six (6) copies of this proposal. If you have any questions, please call Timothy Corbett, Esq. at (570) 880-0612. Respectfully, Timothy Corbett, Esq. Solicitor: Scranton Municipal Recreation Authority Each proposal must be accompanied by a signed proposal, certificate of insurance, and signed anti-collusion and affirmative action affidavit. RESCHEDULED BOARD MEETING NOTICE The Regular Board Meeting of the Scranton School Board of Directors scheduled for Monday, September 11, 2017 has been rescheduled to Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at 7:00pm prevailing time in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 425 N. Washington Ave., Scranton, PA. The public is invited to attend. Bob Sheridan, President Scranton School Board

ESTATE NOTICE Letters of Administration have been granted in the Estate of Christopher H. Fazen, Sr., Deceased to Sara Fazen and Christopher H. Fazen, Jr., Co-Administrators, or Powell Law Attorneys, 527 Linden Street, Scranton, PA 18503. All persons having claims against the estate are requested to present them in writing and all persons indebted to the estate to make payment to it in care of the Attorney noted above.

ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF WILLIAM J. LITTLE, deceased August 23, 2017, late of Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania. Letters Testamentary in the above-named estate having been granted to the under signed, all persons indebted to the estate are requested to make immediate payment and those having claims are directed to present the same without delay to the undersigned or his attorney within four (4) months from the date hereof and to file with the Clerk of the Court of Common Pleas of Lackawanna County, Orphans' Court Division, a particular statement of claim, duly verified by an affidavit setting forth an address within the county where notice may be given to claimant. William J. Mang and Donna Massetti Mang, Co-Executors, 1031 Quincy Avenue, Scranton, PA 18510 JOHN J. McGEE, Esq. Suite 302 400 Spruce Street Scranton, PA 18503

BLESSED VIRGIN MARY, JESUS CHRIST, SACRED HEART, SAINT JUDE and all the Saints. Nothing is impossible. Thank you for prayers answered. E.M.T. PRAYER TO ST. EXPEDITE St. Expedite honored by the gratitude of those who have invoked thee at the last hour and for pressing cases, we pray thee to obtain from the all powerful goodness of God, by the Intercession of Mary Immaculate, (today or such a day) the grace we solicit with all submission to the Divine Will. Amen (Clearly express what you want and ask him to find a way to get it to you if it is God's will). Be sure to provide the offering you promised when he grants Your request (fresh flowers beside his picture or statue, an ad in the newspaper thanking him so his name and glory will grow are a few examples of gifts). He is a very powerful saint and will grant your request but he will also take it back if you don't keep your promise. Thank you St. Expedite for numerous granted to me. M.A.H.

ESTATE NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters of Administration have been granted to Angela Leak, Administrator of the Estate of Willie Mae Uhrin, deceased, who died on May 14, 2017, late of Olyphant, Pennsylvania. All persons indebted to the estate are required to make payment and those having any claims or demands are to present the same, without delay, to the Administrator, Angela Leak, c/o her attorney Carlo A. LaMonica, Esquire, LaMonica Law Firm LLC, 3218 Pittston Avenue, Suite 4, Scranton, PA 18505.

FOUND KEYS A set of keys was found at Nay Aug Park on Wednesday Aug. 23rd after the concert by Old Friends. They can be claimed at the Concession Stand. FOUND SET OF KEYS Friday 8/25 in Scranton on Mulberry St. by gas station near Dunkin Donuts. Call to identify 570-343-2758

ESTATE NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Letters of Administration C.T.A. in the Estate of Marie Manno Kerrigan, a/k/a Marie A. Kerrigan, a/k/a Marie M. Kerrigan, a/k/a Marie Kerrigan, late of the City of Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, who died on April 30, 2017, were issued to Thomas P. Kerrigan, 1152 West Locust Street, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18504, on August 9, 2017. All persons indebted to said Estate are requested to make payment, and those having claims or demands, to present the same without delay to the Administrator C.T.A. or his Attorney. CARL N. FRANK, ESQUIRE FARRELL & FRANK Citizens Bank Center 8 West Market Street - Suite 1021 Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701-1801 (570) 826-1115 ESTATE NOTICE PAUL J. VITCAVAGE, late of Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, died on June 13, 2017. Notice is hereby given that Letters of Administration on the above estate have been issued to Sarah Kramer, Administratrix of the Estate. All persons indebted to said estate are required to make payment and those having claims or demands to present the same without delay to the Administratrix named above. MARIANNE M. STIVALA, ESQUIRE, BRIAN J. CALI, ESQUIRE, 103 EAST DRINKER STREET, DUNMORE, PENNSYLVANIA 18512 ESTATE NOTICE Estate of Sally J. Stanton, late of Roaring Brook Township, Pennsylvania, died on August 4, 2017. All persons having claims against the Estate shall present same to Executor, Gerald M. Stanton, Sr., c/o Donald W. Jensen, Esquire, 538 Spruce Street, Suite 730, Scranton, Pennsylvania 18503.

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9/11 MEMORIAL EVENT UPCOMING The 2nd Annual 9/11 Memorial Speaker Series will feature Mr. Christopher Ferrara, Esq., founder and president of the American Catholic Lawyer's Association and author of "Liberty, the God that Failed." The title of his presentation is "THE CHURCH IN RETREAT, ISLAM IN ADVANCE: THE CONSEQUENCES OF REJECTING THE SOCIAL KINGSHIP OF CHRIST." The event will take place from 9 am to 12 noon on Saturday, Sept. 9th, 2017 at the Thomas Saxton Pavilion, 468 Northamptom St., Edwardsville. The event if FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Preregistration is required by emailing name and number attending at dmclerico@yahoo.com. Light breakfast will be served. Doors open at 8:30 am.

BLUEBERRIES Plentiful & Sweet You PICK $1.95/lb

Still Available. 7 days a week. 8-8, Closed for rain. Take Rt. 81, Exit 223, follow signs to HILLTOP BERRY FARM, New Milford, PA. 570-465-3515

The Times-Tribune The Times-Tribune would like to inform you about The Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act, 53 P.S. 517.1, et seq., goes into effect July 1, 2009. The law applies to contractors who perform at least $5,000 worth of home improvements a year. Contractors are required to submit an application to the Pennsylvania Attorney General's in order to obtain a registration number.

The dispersal of Casper's Lawn and Garden Center after 40 years in business. Due to retirement offering, 2007 GMC dump truck with Duramax Diesel and snow plow 70k miles, 92 international 4900 Camdum with telahandler 9k, Caterpillar forklift, stone, bricks, pavers, mulches, totals contents of lawn and garden business www.auctionzip.com8072 JOHN REGAN AU-3156L

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Fairview Cemetery, 2 lots in the Garden of Cross, lot #230 spaces C & D, asking price $1,500. includes $95. transfer fee. Call 570-562-1705

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5 burial lots and 1 Heritage vault, $4,100 value, asking $2,100. 570-639-5537. ELMHURST, PA Garden of Prayer Section 1 lot, 1 burial vault, 1 bronze marker on a granite foundation with vase. $2,500 includes $95 transfer fee. Call: 570-878-2115

DELIVERY ASSISTANTS has an opening for a part time route-recovery worker. The position is approximately 20 hours per week with flexible days & weekends, start time is 3:00 a.m. Duties include delivering open routes, recovering missed papers and helping at the distribution centers. Candidates must have a valid PA drivers license and a reliable vehicle.

SWEET VALLEY/HUNLOCK CREEK Potential profit $1200/month

Early Morning Hours 7 days/week Reliable transportation & valid vehicle insurance required, must be self motivated, hard working Contact Chadli 570-760-4615 ccharlot@citizensvoice.com Drivers

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Clearances required. Must participate in drug testing program. Will provide free training to the proper applicant. Call Harry at 570-347-3872 Drivers

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Tractor Trailer, Class A CDL license, Full time, no overnights, no weekends, benefits available. Apply at: Seven D Wholesale 650 N. South Rd. Scranton, PA 18504 or call 570-342-3666

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VALLEY VIEW MEMORIAL GARDEN

Scott Twp. 1 memorial monument bronze 44 x 13. Design crown crest rose with granite base 48 x 17. Two (2) plots. $2,000. Buyer pays transfer fees. 570-780-9659

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ESTATE NOTICE ESTATE OF MARGARET M. KENNY, late of Dunmore, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania (died August 1, 2017). Letters of Administration in the referenced Estate have been granted. All creditors shall make demand, and debtors shall make payment, without delay to Thaddeus J. Kenny, or his attorney Michael J. Kenny, Esq., 1511 Wyoming Ave., Scranton, PA 18509-2353.

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Local independent moving company now seeking

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for immediate openings. Experience preferred but willing to train. Pay subject to experience. Must be able to pass DOT physical and drug test. Apply in person at office 8am-5pm BNT Movers 235 Dorantown Road Covington Township 570-842-4300

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FORKLIFT/CLASS B CDL Local wholesale building material distributor needs experienced forklift operator. Knowledge of building materials required. Class B CDL is required. Mon – Fri; 8am - 4pm Apply at: Seven D Wholesale 650 N. South Rd. Scranton, PA 18504 or call 570-342-3666

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EXPERIENCED PAINTER

(SPRAY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED) Able to complete interior/exterior residential and commercial projects. Must be able to operate a sprayer. Minimum 10 years Experience 570-472-1453 General

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PIN CHASER DESK ASSOCIATE SHORT ORDER COOK Nights and weekends a must. 18 or older, will train. Experience a plus! Apply in person Southside Bowl 125 Beech St Scranton, PA No phone calls please

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Full Time Maintenance Person

Mid Valley School District Position Available:

Elementary Art Teacher Long-Term Substitute 17-18 school year

Deadline: September 11, 2017 Additional information can be found at

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Duties include: Lawn Maintenance, snow removal, general repairs and must be willing to complete tasks that are assigned. Interested parties please contact Church of Saint Eulalia's Parish Office 570-842-7656 General Local blacktop company looking for

RAKERS/LUTER

Full time. Must have transportation to and from work. Call 570-575-8254

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Full-time opening for a medical secretary in our downtown Scranton office. Duties include: greeting and registering patients, telephones, scheduling, and all aspects of the front desk. ICD and CPT coding knowledge a plus. Applicants must be friendly, team-players with medical and computer experience since our practice is totally computerized with Medent EMR. We are a drug free company. Hours are 7:30am to 4:00pm. Competitive benefit package included. Fax cover letter & resume to Practice Manager/ Lackawanna Valley Dermatology Associates at (570) 207-5579

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Local company is hiring a Billing & Collections Manager for its corporate office in Scranton.The position will report directly to the CFO. Applicants must have outstanding communication, organization and management skills. A successful candidate will be able to manage the daily work flow, collections, and month end close for group of properties along. The ideal candidate will enjoy a fast paced environment, with proven experience in billing operations for multiple business units, credit authorization, collections oversight and managing a team. The Billing & Collections Manager will be directly responsible for: • Managing Daily, Weekly and Monthly Billing functions. • Oversee Daily Cash Application through bank remote deposit system. • Timely Sales Reporting. • Collaborating with department staff and sales teams on collections. • Month End Closing including Analysis. • Ability to manage a team and working with deadlines. • Maintain and improve policies and procedures. The position requires an Associates Degree (Bachelors Degree is preferred) and a minimum of 10 years of experience, with 4 years supervisory. Strong Excel skills are required along with accounting systems background. Qualified candidates should send resume and salary requirement to: Box#635851 149 Penn Ave., Scranton, PA 18503 or Email resume to: recruitmentads@timesshamrock.com

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Licensed Medical Aesthetician or LPN We are a busy dermatology practice expanding our staff to include a part-time (3 to 4 days per week) or full-time licensed medical aesthetician or LPN in our downtown Scranton office. The qualified individual will be evaluating patients for and performing CoolSculpting. Other responsibilities may include but are not limited to laser hair removal, chemical peels, educating patients about skin care products, and assisting in exams/procedures. Applicant must have a valid PA license, excellent verbal skills, and a professional appearance. We prefer a candidate with prior experience in a medical spa or dermatology practice. Computer experience is a plus since we are a paper-free practice. LVDA is a Drug Free company. Office hours are: Monday through Friday from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm Competitive benefit package included. Fax cover letter & resume to Practice Manager/ Lackawanna Valley Dermatology Associates at (570) 207-5579

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FULL-TIME CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Due to an internal promotion and recent growth, The Citizens' Voice has an opening for a FULL TIME CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE in the Circulation Department. The right candidate will have excellent customer service and communication skills and be able to handle interaction with customers via telephone, email and our office. Sales experience preferred. Work schedule is Sunday 7AM-11AM Monday-Thursday 7AM-4PM.

Earn Extra Cash The Citizens' Voice has delivery routes open in the following areas:

MINERS MILLS/PLAINS TWP

Approx 185 papers Approx $715/month N Washington, E Main, Cleveland, Scott, Abbott, E Carey, St Clair + more

NORTH END WILKES BARRE Approx 140 papers Approx $550/month N Main N Washington, Madison, Wyoming, Linden, N Pennsylvania Ave + More

KORN KREST/HANOVER GREEN SECTION of HANOVER TWP

Approx 245 papers Approx $950/month Fellows Ave, Wilkes barre St, Plymouth, Main Rd, Simon Block, Pulaski, Church, Spring + More Early Morning Hours. 7 Days per Week Must have reliable vehicle & current auto insurance Contact Shannon Lipinski 570-760-4753 slipinski@citizensvoice.com

TRADES CONSTRUCTION Minimal 5 years experience in residential construction. Duties include various aspects of general construction. Must have own transportation, punctual and a positive attitude a must. Immediate opening. Please call (570) 650-9215.

Use of Microsoft Word and Excel programs as well as general computer knowledge is a must. This position includes a competitive hourly wage plus performance based commission as well as Health Care, 401k, Vacation and paid holidays.

DUNMORE

Two family, owner occupied. Tenant pays $650/month plus all utilities. Three bedrooms, 1 ½ baths each side. Off street parking, fenced yard. Asking $139,900. Call 570-961-0647

BROWNDALE 237 BROOK STREET

(Near Forest City) Older home, nice neighborhood, large shed. Great starter home. $25,000 (772) 913-0908

OLYPHANT

622 E Grant St. 3-4 Bedroom/2 Bath UPDATED Home, with garage, new roof, siding, furnace, hot water heater, 2 tiered deck & more Call agent for detail & scheduling. Rosemary 570-466-9258.

TAYLOR

2 Unit house, on quiet street in Taylor Boro, downstairs unit – 2 bedroom, 1 full bath with side porch, Upstairs – 1 bedroom full bath, can be converted to one family home, hardwood floors, basement storage, expansive attic, & wrap around porch. $75,000. (570) 351-8636 .

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SCRANTON

N. Washington Ave. 4+ car service garage with (2) 14' x 10' overhead doors. Approximately 1,280 sq. ft. $650/month + utilities. 570-586-4310 570-840-8200

The Citizens' Voice 75 North Washington St Wilkes-Barre, PA 18201 EOE. Drug free workplace. Sales

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$179,900 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home for sale in Hollywood Section of Dunmore. New roof, new furnace, new windows, new hot water heater, and large closets throughout. Sun porch overlooking large fenced in yard. Contact 570947-0318. Looking For A New Car? Check Out: The Scranton Times-Tribune Call 570-348-9157 to place a classified ad

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APARTMENT FOR RENT 534 MAIN ST

2 bedrooms 1st floor modern décor, appliances and utilities included (excluding electric) $795.00 monthly call ken 570383-8631

DICKSON CITY/SCRANTON

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DICKSON CITY

Spacious bi-level in Valley View School District with private back yard. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, dining room with crown molding, plaster walls throughout. Kitchen with oak cabinets & stainless steel appliances. Family room with crown molding & wood burning fireplace, gas hot water heat, 2 car attached garage with floored attic storage, 16x30 deck for outdoor entertaining. Well maintained property. $214,900 Call 570-650-8633

SCRANTON House For Sale By Owner 514 Schultz Court

*Full Time Pizza Maker * Full Time Line Cook

1 or 2 bedrooms apartments. Income and age restrictions apply. Income not to exceed $20,850 for 1 person or $23,800 for 2 persons gross annually. Applicants must be at least 62 years of age or disabled.

Applications Available At: 101 Smallacombe Drive Scranton, PA 18508 570-342-5090 and 375 Main Street Dickson City, PA 18519 570-489-2003 TDD: 800-437-1220 or Email: deborah.cook@presmgmt.com

DICKSON CITY: 3 rooms, water/ sewer included. Off street parking. 6 month lease. No pets. $545/month. 570-241-7393 or 570-254-6170

DUNMORE

Hollywood section 1st floor apartment, 3 bedroom, large living & dining room. Garage. Washer/dryer hook up. $850/month includes water & sewer. 570-346-6746.

Please apply in person Pompeis Restaurant 420 Tioga West Plaza Tunkhannock or call 570-836-3163

FACTORYVILLE

HEARTHSTONE APARTMENTS Beautiful 2 bedroom apartment. Stove, refrigerator, sewer, water & trash pickup included. Convenient Route 6 location. $750 per month. www.hearthstoneapt.com 570-945-5179

Restaurant/Clubs

ARCARO'S PIZZA Top of Taylor Hill

Laurelwood Apartments

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Apply in person only. Mon-Fri. 10am-3pm. 1306 South Main Ave (Across from Walmart) Taylor, PA

House is fully renovated, move in condition. Home is 1400 square feet, 3 bedroom, large kitchen, off street parking, all appliances included and back yard is landscaped. Property taxes are only $1,400.00 a year in Scranton!!!! Have to see to believe!!!! ONLY ASKING $69,800.00! Call Adrian 570 269 8298

2 & 3 bedroom apartments/townhomes *New Construction Available* All appliances included, Pets welcome Call us For Availability! Prices as low as $965. 570-587-4818 MOOSIC - 1st floor, 1 bedroom. Gas heat, air, clean, lease. Private drive. Credit check. No pets, non smoking. $750 + utilities. 570-346-9948.

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE The Times-Tribune has an opening for a part-time Customer Service Representative in our Circulation Call Center. The successful candidate will be the liaison between our company and its current and potential customers. Responsibilities include but are not limited to; Manage incoming calls in a timely manner, identify customers’ needs, clarify information, research every issue and provide solutions and/or alternatives. Candidates must have strong phone and verbal communication skills, be able to work in a fast-paced environment, be a team player and have the ability to multi-task. We offer a competitive wage with opportunities for monthly commissions. Weekends are required. Interested applicants should send cover letter and resume to:

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PECKVILLE: 1 bedroom, all inclusive except electric. $650/month + security & references. 18 monthlease. Call 570-840-2787.

ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Solid oak, 27”L x 26”D x 55”H. Holds 50 inch TV. Custom made. Four component shelves, CD rack $200. Call 570-687-6961 FIVE PIECE DINING SET Square glass top table with four leather chairs $160. Wrought iron wine rack with glass top $60. Call 570-3133818 TWO PIECE LIVING ROOM SET Couch has two recliners and chair is rocker recliner. Excellent condition. Asking $350. Call 570-562-2467

SCRANTON SOUTH

3 bedroom. No pets. $625/month + some utilities. References. Call 570-510-0333. SCRANTON WEST: 2 bedroom, Fully remodeled, Landlord pays heat & garbage, No Pets. $625/mo 570-840-3204

PENN STATE TICKETS

Lawnmower Riding Mower, Columbia Z/T, 50 inch deck with bagger. Great condition. Just serviced: new battery, filters, spark plugs. Only used 3 summers for 1 yard.

PENN STATE V.S AKRON SAT. SEPT. 2ND 4 tickets: section NE row 14 seats 10, 12, 14, 16 R.V Pass included $280. Call 570-840-6479.

SOUTH SEAS SPA 2013 DELUXE MODEL 748B

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Puppies

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UNDER $2000 KITTENS FREE: Gray & white. Call between 12 noon to 5pm for appointment.. Rocky Glen Rd., Moosic, PA. 570-290-3275

WEST SCRANTON

Large 2 bedroom, 1 bath, new carpeting, huge fenced in yard, heat furnished. Pets and smokers are welcome! $800/mo (570) 344-7575 or (570) 903-1098

UNFURNISHED MOSCOW: 3 bedroom house. North Pocono School District. Finished basement, 2 car garage. $1,095/month. Call 570-332-4730

PECKVILLE

Beautiful 3 bedroom, nice yard, $900 + heat & electric. 1 mo. Security required. (570) 483-4272

CLARKS SUMMIT

3 room office space for rent. Off street parking. For more information call 570-945-3883. MOOSIC: 1,600 sq. ft. Birney Ave., clean, easy access I81. Usage workshop, storage, small business, Gas heat. $680 + utilities. 570-346-9948.

UNDER $2000

WHIRLPOOL REFRIGERATOR Two years old. Side by side, stainless steel. Mint condition, 24.5 cubic feet. Automatic defrost. Side mounted freezer with through the door ice $800. Call 570-587-4453.

LEATHER SECTIONAL

New Raymour & Flanigan Brown with Matching Recliner Paid $3200 ONLY ASKING$2500 Please call 570-862-3588 TABLES & CHAIRS - 12” black and white TV Box NEVER OPENED (3) - $25 each; Best Offer Single/Quantity. While Supplies Last. Call for Appointment. 570-348-1007 (Scranton Area)

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ROOFING COMPANY CLOSING BUSINESS SELLING THE FOLLOWING

Equipment, tools, material (Includes a pallet of modified). Much more call for details. 570-346-3696

FOOD EQUIPMENT: Bakery/Deli Display Cases (FEDERAL) (1)50L. Refrigerator - $3,600 (retail $9,000) ; Measuring Scale up to 60 lb.(DETECTO) $375 (retail $900); 6 Shelf Wire Display Rack w/sign (1)-$80 (retail $200) ;Ingredient Bins w/wheels 27 gallon (CAMBRO) (6)-$75 each (retail $195) ALL ABOVE ARE BRAND NEW CONDITION! While Supplies Last. Call or leave message 570-877-5317 (Scranton Area) Looking For A New Car? Check Out: The Scranton Times-Tribune Call 570-348-9157 to place a classified ad FOOD EQUIPMENT: Stainless steel table 30x30- $80 (retail $250); Stainless Steel Storage Cabinet & Shelving $200 (retail $850); POS Register Complete System (DinerWare)-$1,250 (retail $3,200); Laminated Retail/Food Commercial Counters (1) -70L w/glass petition-$650(retail $1,475), (1) – 70L - $375 (retail $1,100), (2)-48L-$325 each (retail $975 each); Batter Filler Depositor Machine with accessories (EDHARD) $3,250 (retail $7,000); PhotoCake IV Cake Decorating System $900 (retail $2,200);Commercial Storage Floor Wheel Bins(CAMBRO) (6)-$55 each (retail $200 each);Cupcake Tower Display Stand(2)-$30 each (retail $70 each); White/Ivory Fiberglass Display Trays (50)- $5 each(retail $12 each); Commercial 24 Cup Muffin/Cupcake Baking Pans(Chicago Metallic) (16)-$35 each (retail $80 each); Clear Food Storage Box w/lid, 18"x26"x3 ½"(CAMBRO) (50)-$15 each (retail $35 each); ½ Sheet Baking Pans(MagicLine)(30)-$9 each (retail $24 each); KopyKake Airbrush Machine (Airmaster) - $85 (retail $250); Cabinet Storage Box 28x18x31(GLADIATOR)- $95 (retail $220); ALL ARE NEW CONDITION AND NEGOTIABLE! Call, text or leave a message 570-8775317 (Scranton, PA)

FOR SALE

NEW RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT

6 burner stove with oven, $1,350; 4 ft. flat top griddle, $1,200; 3 ft Salamander, $1,500; 3 ft radiant char broiler, $1,350; 4 ft. Steam table, $600; All cooking equipment LP gas. 4 ft. Bain Marie S/C, $1,650; 20 qt. Mixer SS bowl, 3 attachments & safety guard, $1,750; 4 ft. SS Work Table $165.

All Equipment NEW 570-620-2693 570-236-6298

FREE FIREWOOD & WOOD 200 Aston Road, Spring Brook Twp. For fireplaces and wood burners. (570) 499-1880

The shell color is Tuscan Sun. Seating for 7, Volume of water 360 gallons, Dry/Filled Weight 726 lbs/ 3,727 lbs, Total # of Jets 48, Pumps 2 408 BHP Waterfall 1, Insulation – ArcticPac, Filter 50 Sq Ft., Ozone filter, Lighting LED, Stainless Steel Jet Trim, Headrest – 4, Heater - Stainless Steel. Excellent condition. INCLUDES EXTRAS: Sequoia Fully enclosed Tubtop Gazebo with skylight. Coastal Gray, Lighted side Handrail, Steps, Valet SPA Cover Lifter. All filters, chemicals remaining. BUYER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR REMOVAL AND COST ASSOCIATED WITH REMOVAL. Willing to sell SPA and Tub Top Gazebo separately $3,000 for Spa, Tub Top Gazebo $2,000. Asking Price for All $5,000. 570-824-8214

BUICK 2000 CENTURY

Home raised, first shots and wormed $375. Call 570-991-0160.

Asking $1,999 SCRANTON WEST: Nice area, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath. Large open living room. Washer/dryer hook up. 1 car off street parking. $800month + utilities. Background check. 570-840-0699

SALE!! A great value! 2000 BUICK CENTURY with only 86k miles!! 6 cylinder, four door, automatic. Power windows, locks, mirrors, cruise control, rear defroster, alloy wheels! Fully serviced and inspected with new battery, oil change, intake gaskets, fuel pump, sway bar, links/bushings, new front brakes and rotors. 3 month/4,500 mile, power train warranty included! KBB suggested retail $2,976. OUR PRICE $2,775. Contact Dave at 570-7808580.

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Pearl white/black interior, new tires, new brakes, R title, 66k, spotless. $8,500 Call 570-222-4140.

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SAINT JOSEPH HOME IMPROVEMENTS

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JCR Home Repair

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MOLD SPECIALISTS

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P&P SERVICES

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J N J PAINTING & MORE

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*5 STAR ROOFING ALL AMERICAN

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CAPWELL CONSTRUCTION

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D'Agostino Seal Coating & Paving Specializing in parking lots & driveways. Seal coating, line striping, crack filling & pothole repairs. Licensed & fully insured. 570-614-8471.

TITAN TREE SERVICE Tree trimming/removal. Land clearing, stump grinding. Arborist on staff. Fully Insured. Free Estimates. Credit Cards Accepted. 570-346-4717 or 570-383-9900

ALLEN'S E&E TREE & OUTDOOR SERVICE

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TRISCHETTA'S TREE SERVICE

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Professional Window Cleaning

Commercial & Residential Additional Services Offered 570-470-3316 CONTACT US Phone 570-348-9157 Fax 570-348-9145 To place your ad

C8 T HE T IME S- T R IBUNE

BEAVER MEADOWS

YARD SALE

71 Third St. Saturday 8am – 2pm Camping equipment, seasonal decorations, household items & more.

LAKE HARMONY ESTATE SALE

By Caring Transitions 256 Lake Road At The Old Lake Harmony Fire Station Fri., Sept. 1 thru Sun., Sept. 3 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Daily 570-977-4357

ARCHBALD

LARGE YARD SALE

909 Old Ridge Rd. Sat., Sept. 2nd 8 am. - 5 pm. Everything from A to Z.

F R IDA Y , SE P T E MBE R 1, 2017

MOSCOW YARD SALE 825 Church St. Next to North Pocono Intermediate School Saturday, 9/1 8am to 2pm No early birds. Ladies clothes and jewelry, household items, decorations - still inventorying. All items priced to sell.

MOUNT COBB

BIG LABOR DAY 4 DAY SALE

1234 Mount Cobb Rd. Rte 348 Fri. 9/1 thru Mon. 9/4

9 am – 4 pm RAIN OR SHINE Wood stove, band saw, coal stove, electric log splitter, tools, .45 caliber muzzle loader, large selection of beer signs, pictures & paintings, lamps, outside Halloween & Christmas blowups, household and furniture.

YARD/BARN SALE

Treadmill, air hockey table, kerosene heater & many other household items. No early birds, please.

2421 Hickory Lane Sat. 9/2 & Sun. 9/3 8am-4pm SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE Antiques, vintage & new electric double wall oven, gas cook top.

CARBONDALE

NORTH SCRANTON

YARD SALE

285 Pike Street Friday September 1st\ Saturday September 2nd Sunday September 3rd 10am – 4pm 185 Party Chair Covers, Weight Bench, 1960's Stereo Console, Clothing, Rings Purses & tools and MUCH MORE!

YARD SALE

1082 W. Market St. Sat. & Sun. Sept 2nd & Sept. 3rd 8 am – 4 pm (Rain dates 9/16 & 9/17) Much cut glass, Hunting clothes (size Lg.) good condition, quilts, ladies & mens clothing, small furniture.

SCRANTON STORAGE LOCKER CLEANOUT! GREEN RIDGE STORAGE 521 GREEN RIDGE ST. UNIT 117 SAT, SUN. & MON. SEPT. 2, 3 & 4 9 AM. - 5 PM. Furniture, appliances, household goods, decor, artwork, books, arts & crafts supplies, toys, clothing, antiques, and more! Everything must go! Best offer! Call 903-948-8684 for additional information. SCRANTON WEST 6 PLUS FAMILY YARD SALE

NEWTON RANSOM

ARCHBALD

YARD SALE 108 Old Ridge Rd. Sat. & Sun. Sept. 2nd & 3rd 8 am. - 2 pm.

SCRANTON NORTH

1501 Schlager Street Sat., Sept. 2, 8am. to 3pm. Clothes, Purses, Jewelry, Toys, Fishing Poles, Cast model cars, Halloween costume, Household items, odds and ends, something for everyone.

SCRANTON

YARD SALE 213 Greenbush St. Sat, Sept 2nd 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. Air conditioner and much more !!!

SCRANTON

YARD SALE 4 Dean Street Sat. & Sun. Sept. 2nd & 3rd 8 am - 2 pm Household items, jewelry, auto parts something for everyone

YARD SALE 736 Wheeler Ave, in the rear (Sherwood Ave.) Sat., Sept. 2nd 9 am. - 1 pm. Something for everyone!

OLD FORGE

SOUTH ABINGTON TOWNSHIP

CLARKS SUMMIT

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE

Baker Lane & Whitetail Lane Friday, Sept. 1 Saturday, Sept. 2nd 8am – 2pm Miscellaneous items.

TAYLOR

Everything must go!

500 Grand Avenue. Sun., Sept. 3rd 9am-1pm Furniture housewares and much more. CLARKS SUMMIT

MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE

491, 493 & 495 Carnation Drive Sat., Sept. 2nd 8am-3pm Coach, Michael Kors, Vera Bradley, sink, womens clothes, patio furniture, Bitty Baby and lots more.

CLARKS SUMMIT YARD SALE

111 Hemlock Drive st

Fri. & Sat., Sept. 1 & 2 9 am. - 3 pm. Boys toys & clothing, glassware & miscellaneous items.

JEFFERSON TWP YARD SALE 1338 Mt. Cobb Rd (Route 348) Sat Sept. 2nd 9 am until ???

Variety of items, too much to list

JESSUP

35+ FAMILIES YARD SALE! 121 Jessup Ave. - By Cousins Fri. 9/1 8am. & Sat. 9/2 8am. MAIN EVENT Follow signs & look for balloons. Something for everyone Hunting, Outdoors, Household, Clothing, Toys Antiques, Collectibles. Coins Tools you name we got it!

JESSUP

GARAGE SALE

208 Olga St.

Fri., Sept. 1st 8 am. - 5 pm. Sat., Sept. 2nd 8 am. - 5 pm. Directions: 570-382-3476 Jewelry, electronics, kitchen, home decor, glassware, books, Vintage items, some tools. Dolls. Religious, Toys/games, collectibles, crafts. Baby Items, Halloween/Thanksgiving & other seasonal items. BEDDING: Comforters, pillows, sheets, blankets, curtains, drapes. Some Furniture. DESIGNER CLOTHING: Infant to adult, male/female. Newborn to plus sizes. Shoes, boots, purses & so much more. Ridiculously Low Prices!!

MAYFIELD

YARD SALE 505 Railroad St. Fri. & Sat. 9/1, 9/2 8am - 1pm Fill a Bag! Cheap Prices! Bikes, school uniforms, womens & kids clothes, toys, shampooer, desk, Halloween & more.

MOOSIC 3 FAMILY YARD SALE

706, 708 & 710 Spring St. Fri., Sept. 8th & Sat. Sept. 9th 8 am. - 4 pm. Household items and more.

MOOSIC INDOOR SALE RAIN OR SHINE 224 Walnut St. Sat. 9/2 9 am til 1 pm 3 rooms full. Vintage Home Interiors items, household items, kids and baby stuff...something for everyone. Full size refrigerator, electric smooth top range, washer, dishwasher brand new in packing carton. NO EARLYBIRDS please.

MOOSIC

YARD SALE: BARGAINS GALORE Sat., 9/2 10am – 2pm 507 Rocky Glen Road Off Birney Ave. @ Smilers NASCAR items, HESS trucks, furniture, new & old merchandise

OLD FORGE YARD SALE

886 Rear West Oak St. st

Fri., Sept. 1 8 am. - 2 pm. 75 puzzles, household items, tools, games, miscellaneous.

219 Bridge St.

MULTI FAMILY STREET SALE

Sat., Sept. 2nd 8 am. - 4 pm. No early birds. Household items, small appliances, linens, decorations & kitchenware.

355 North Main Street Sat., Sept. 2nd 8 am. - 2 pm. Furniture, Antiques, baby, Toys, and Much More!

OLD FORGE FLEA MARKET Maxson Emporium

YARD SALE

next to the little league field.

Open Sundays 9am to 4pm indoor and outdoor. Set-up outdoors is FREE! 570-313-1846. OLYPHANT 705 ELM CLOSE YARD SALE SAT. SEPT. 2ND AND SUN. SEPT. 3RD 8AM UNTIL 2PM Sports memorable, also Steelers items, showcases, Barbie ride on car, brand name kids/adult clothing, toys, bikes, books, decorations, remodeling items and much more!!

SCOTT TOWNSHIP

MULTI FAMIILY GARAGE/YARD SALE 160 STRACHAM RD

Fri. Sept 1st and Sat. Sept 2nd 7am until 5 pm Early Birds Welcome

Guns, knives, old toys, jewelry, antiques, tools, household items, hunting and fishing, thousands of baseball cards, Nascar..HUGE sale something for everyone! Rain or shine!

SCOTT TWP Yard Sale

179 Boyarsky Road Sat. Sept. 2nd 9 a.m. Until 2 p.m. Everything must go!

SCRANTON

CONTENTS OF HOUSE & GARAGE SALE

549 Leggett St. Fri. & Sat. Sept. 1st & 2nd 8:30 am. - 2:30 pm. Furniture, Vintage tools & ladders, garden & household miscellaneous, knick knacks, Christmas & home decor, and much more! Make an offer and take it home! All under cover, rain or shine! SCRANTON HILL MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE 315 Harrison Ave. (Between Mulberry & Linden) Sat. Sept. 2nd 7am – 2pm Tools, Tools, Tools, Jewelry, School Clothes, Antiques & Collectibles.

TAYLOR

145 S. Keyser Avenue Sat., Sept. 2nd 9 am. - 3 pm. Bedroom Set, other Furniture items, Foosball table, Household items, young mens clothes & uniforms, too much to list.

TAYLOR

Yard Sale to benefit Scranton Animal

815 Union St. Sat., Sept. 2nd 8 am. - 2 pm. Huge variety of items. Rain or shine, cash only! TRIPPS PARK - SCRANTON

YARD SALE

832 N. Main Avenue Saturday, September 2nd 9am – 4pm Antiques, Modern, Glass & Furniture. NO EARLY BIRDS!

ASHLEY MOVING SALE ASHLEY 239 Ridge Street (Hanover Township) SATURDAY 9/2 & SUNDAY 9/3 8:00am - 2:00pm Furniture, children's'/baby items, toys, exercise equipment, household items, and more!

CONYNGHAM GARAGE SALE

10 Frederick Drive

Fri., Sat. & Sun. Sept. 1st, 2nd & 3rd 8 am. - 4 pm. Antiques, furniture, etc.

CONYNGHAM

YARD SALE SCHOOL LANE – END OF ROAD SAT. & SUN. SEPT. 2ND & 3RD 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Furniture.

DALLAS ESTATE SALE 2895 LOWER DEMUNDS RD SAT. SEPT. 2ND 8AM UNTIL 4PM

Home Furniture Sale (Vintage furniture) call Robert 570-332-8302

1335 Dartmouth St. nd

Sat., Sept. 2 9 am. - 2 pm. Whole Contents of Home.

SCRANTON

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE 945 N. Garfield Ave. Sat., Sept. 2nd 8 am. - ? Something for everyone! Everything must go!

SCRANTON

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE

529 4th Avenue

Saturday 9/2 9am-2pm Baby items & clothes, furniture, toys & more. Everything must go! SCRANTON MULTIFAMILY YARD SALE 2100 block Jackson Street Saturday, Sept. 2 – 8am until ? SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! BLOCK BLOWOUT!

DRUMS YARD/ESTATE SALE

YARD SALE

ANNUAL COMMUNITY YARD SALE

Slocum St. Sat., Sept. 2nd 8 am. - 2 pm. Household items, clothing, tools, toys. Something for everyone! Food will be served. Come shop and enjoy breakfast & lunch with us! Baked Goods Hamburgers & Hot Dogs & More!

FREELAND

ESTATE SALE 1024 Washington St. Sat. & Sun. Sept. 2nd & 3rd 9 am. - 2 pm.

Furniture, tires, household, books, bedding, crystal, speakers, collectibles and miscellaneous. CONTACT US Phone 570-348-9157 Fax 570-348-9145 To place your ad

HANOVER TWP.

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE 3 Academy Rd.- Marion Terrace Sat., Sept. 2nd 9 am. - 2 pm. Tools, household items, mens & womens clothing, children's items and much more.

HAZELTON YARD SALE 720 West 10th St.

Sat. Sept. 2nd 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Household items, furniture (including industrial office furniture), leather jackets, chaps, motorcycle helmets and more HAZLE TWP

YARD SALE

159 OAKMONT DRIVE FRIDAY 8-2, SAT. 8-11 Old & slightly used items. Vintage GE radio, Ladies leather jacket XL, service for 8 Noritake, Sheridan China, Child's rocking horse, Griffth's milk glass spice set & more!!

HAZLE TWP YARD SALE

604 Birch Rd (Oakmont Acres) Fri & Sat, September 1st & 2nd 8am – 2pm Big variety, household items & apparel, too numerous to list! All sales final!

HAZLE TWP.

GARAGE SALE 524 Lattimer Rd. Sat., Sept. 2nd 8 am. - 1 pm.

Baby boy clothes size NB-12 months, baby items & toys, boys clothes 5T-8, womens clothing, handbags, shoes, housewares, dishes, bath & body, and lots more.

HAZLETON MOVING SALE

8th Street Between Laurel & Wyoming Fri & Sat, Sept. 1st & 2nd 9am – 1pm Furniture, toys, clothes, Everything must go!

HAZLETON ½ Price Entire Store

725 N Locust St Fri & Sat, September 1st & 2nd 9am – 4:30pm

HUNLOCK CREEK YARD SALE 184 Oakdale Drive. Sept. 2nd 9AM-3PM ANTIQUES-FURNITURE Ethan Allen Table-6 piece Dining Chair Set- Love Seat-End TablesRefrigerator-Karate Supplies-Yard Tools-White Glass-Model Trains KINGSTON

MOVING / YARD SALE

KINGSTON MOVING SALE 124 Church Street (rear) Saturday 9/2 8am-1pm Couch, TV console, chairs, side tables, housewares, jewelry, men's/ women's clothes, purses, books, new items and more! All priced to sell! $1 stuff a bag 12-1pm

KINGSTON

430 N. Hunter Highway Saturday at 8am Something for everyone!

39 North Goodwin Ave.

Sat. Sept 2nd 9 a.m. Until 2 p.m. Girls clothing size 6 to 10, toys, books and miscellaneous household items

WILKES-BARRE

YARD SALE 24 S Grant St 9/2/2017 8am-2pm Sports/Household/fitness items, collectibles, Antiques, plus sz. clothing

MCADOO

Main Street, Haddock Road Saturday & Sunday 9am – 4pm Tools, Fishing Rods/Reels, Halloween, Girls size 12-14, John Wayne items, etc

MOUNTAIN TOP

YARD SALE

2 Woodland Circle Highland Woods Sat 9/2/17 8am-1pm Huge variety of items!!!!!

MOUNTAIN TOP MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE 34 YORKTOWN RD. FRI 9/1 AND SAT 9/2 8AM-1PM Tons of baby items. Women's, men's, girl's, boy's and baby clothes & shoes. Couches, antique dressers, bar and stools, household & kitchen items plus much much more!

Classifieds WORK!

Sat. 9/1 8 am. - 6 pm. Sun. 9/2 8 am. - 2 pm. Mon. 9/3 8 am. - ? Canopy bed, dining room table & chairs, and lots of miscellaneous items.

PITTSTON YARD SALE 527 S. Main St.

Sat., Sept. 2nd 9 am. - 2 pm. 1pm - 2pm everything ½ price. Household items, scrubs, children's & baby clothing, toys, books, jewelry.

SHAVERTOWN

MULTI FAMILY YARD SALE 63 & 69 West Mt. Airy Rd. (off N. Pioneer Ave.) Sun., Sept. 3 rd 8 am. - 3 pm. SUGAR NOTCH HUGE MULTI FAMILY COMMUNITY CHURCH YARD/BAKE SALE Sugar Notch Church of Christ 563 Mott St. Sept. 2nd 7am to 3pm. Something for everyone, a little of everything. Food. Plenty of parking.

(GEORGETOWN) RUMMAGE / BAKE SALE St. John's Hall 756 E. Northampton St. Wednesday 9/6 , 9am-5pm Thursday 9/7 9am-2pm Thursday: bag day & ½ off! The Hall is Full!!

WILKES BARRE TWP. GARAGE SALE

133 ½ Old Ashley Rd.

Sat., Sept. 2nd 8 am. - 2 pm. Kids clothes 0-6. most 50¢, double stroller and more and more.

WAREHOUSE/GARAGE AND WINDOW LIQUIDATION SALE Other $1 Merchandise

EVERYTHING MUST GO! 15 South River St., side street Diana Next to Old Tyme Charlie's Those using GPS punch in 31 South River St. Thurs. 8/31 8am.-9pm. Fri. 9/1 8am. - 8pm. Sat, Sun. & Mon. 9/2, 3 & 4 4pm. - 5pm. 570-299-9754 New replacement windows, 130 in stock, small sizes $30, standard sizes $45, large $75, extra large $100. 100's of miscellaneous items. Truck load of baby clothes & toys.

MAHANOY CITY

HUGE

414 East. Market St. Friday, Sept. 1st, Saturday Sept. 2nd and Sunday, Sept. 3rd 9:00am to 1:00pm Housewares, Dishes, Decorations for all holidays, Craft Items, Costume and Avon Jewelry, Vintage Items, Furniture (Twin Beds, Rocking Chair, Bedroom Set, Sofa),Bookshelves/Books, and LOTS, LOTS more!!! Call Jerry for more information at 570-497-4986

HARFORD

BARN SALE

SUGARLOAF

BROOKHILL SALE 38 EDGE TRAIL SAT., SEPT. 2ND 8AM-2PM Brand new items -- many things for sale.

2340 Tingley Lake Rd. Fri. & Sat. Sept. 1st & 2nd 9 am. - 4 pm. Tools, antiques, furniture, glassware, clothes, and more.

SWEET VALLEY

NEIGHBORHOOD YARD SALE

17 Sunny Acres Rd.

Sat. & Sun. 9/2 & 9/3 8 am. - 4 pm. Concrete mixer, ladders, generator, pump jacks, desk, Brysink, bicycles, tools and household items.

HAMLIN YARD SALE/GARAGE SALE RAIN OR SHINE J&J Rd. (Next to Hamlin Speedway) Fri., Sat., Sun. Mon. 9/1-9/4 9:am – 5:00 pm Trailerloads of items.

VENDORS WANTED !

HAWLEY COMMUNITY WIDE YARD SALE

GIANT OUTDOOR FLEA MARKET Holy Mother of Sorrows Church 212 Wyoming Ave. Dupont SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 9th 8AM TO 5PM SPACES STILL AVAILABLE RAIN OR SHINE/ ALL TABLES UNDER TENT 570-954-0476 or 570-654- 8991

Holidays items, household items, tools, Cd's and more! WEST PITTSON

21 MONTGOMERY AVE 9/2/17 9AM-3PM OLD TOOLS, HOUSEHOLD ITEMS, NEW WOMEN'S CLOTHES, FURNITURE, BOOKS, HANDMADE AFGHANS/QUILTS

WEST PITTSTON

20+ FAMILY YARD SALE

KINGSTON

GARAGE SALE

586 Warren Ave.

WILKES BARRE TWP.

NANTICOKE HUGE GARAGE SALE 5 Charles St.

Trinity Church 220 Montgomery Avenue Saturday, Sept. 2nd 8 am - 3 pm More sellers welcome. $10 space. Must RSVP at 570-654-3261

Sat., Sept. 2nd 8 am. - 1 pm. Household items, antiques, collectibles, military, tools, china painting supplies, small appliances, radio controlled boats & cars, and much more.

9 A.M. UNTIL 6 P.M. ALL HOUSEWARES ARE FOR SALE, DISHES, BEDROOM SUITES, CLOTHING (MENS ,WOMENS AND YOUTH), SMALL APPLIANCES, PICTURES AND SO MUCH MORE!!

MOUNTAIN TOP

YARD SALE 424 Ice Harvest Drive Sat., Sept. 2nd 8 am. - 12 pm. Rain or shine, no early birds. Mostly clothing, brand name gently or never worm Jr., XS & S. Size 6 shoes & boots, purses & L/XL mens & womens.

Sat. Sept. 2nd 8 am. - 1 pm. Sun. Sept. 3rd 8 am. - 1 pm. Bikes, toys, purses, jewelry beads, yarn and household items.

YARD SALE

WILKES BARRE ESTATE SALE 356 N. WASHINGTON ST. THURS., AUG. 31ST, FRI., SEPT 1ST, SAT., SEPT 2ND, SUN, SEPT 3RD

WILKES-BARRE

WEST HAZELTON YARD SALE 711 WINTERS AVE . Sat. Sept 2nd 8AM until 2PM

DRUMS

DRUMS Yard Sale 108 Clear Springs Circle Beech Mountain Development

3193 State Rt.st 118 nd

FORTY FORT

48 John Street

MULTI-FAMILY YARD SALE

LEHMAN

MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE

Fri. & Sat. Sept. 1 & 2 8 am. - 3 pm. Large wall mirror, interior door, curtains & rods, hose reel, high chair, household items & much more.

Sat., Sept., 2nd 9 am. - 3 pm. Bedroom Set, Lighted Curio Cabinet, Entertainment Center, End Tables, Household Items, Tools & much more!

Rain or Shine!!! 125 Maple Tree Rd. - Loyalville Thurs. 8/31 Fri. & Sat. 9/1 & 9/2 9 am. - 4 pm. each day Household items, lots of puzzles, tools, car ramp, plants. Something for everyone.

KINGSTON YARD SALE! 277 Reynolds Street Sat, Sept. 2, 9am-3:30pm! Toys, Kid's Clothing, Home Stuff, Books and more.... Everything Must Go!

1105 Parkview Lane Fri. Sept . 1st and Sat Sept 2nd 8 a.m, until 2 p.m. Tools, Snowblower, household items , vintage items...Everything must go!!!!

DALLAS

SCRANTON

HOUSE FURNISHINGS SALE

DRUMS YARD SALE 228 Sugarloaf Heights Rd. Fri. 9/1 and Sat 9/2 8-1 Rain or Shine. Take 1st right past Pilot Truck Stop, follow signs. Come see us for our annual sale. Household, Jewelry armoire, some furniture and a large variety of items.

WEST PITTSTON

701 Wyoming Ave. Sat. 9/2., Sun. 9/3 & Mon. 9/4 8am – 3pm Sewers & Crafters! Fabric, Yarn, Patterns, Craft Supplies Galore! Factory Hemmer, Boyd Bears & Bunny Kins Collectibles, Jewelry & much more!

Hidden Lake Estates Owego Turnpike off Rt. 590 Sat. & Sun. Sept. 2nd & 3rd 9 am. - 3 pm.

MONROE TOWNSHIP HAYFIELD OUTDOOR ANTIQUE SALE 1922 SR 29 Monroe Twp. 18657 6 Miles South of Tunkhannock Sat Sept 2 nd 8am until 3pm

35 plus vendors, featuring primitives, furniture, advertising items, jewelry, coins, vintage outdoor items, cast iron, old toys, stained glass, and other glassware , hunting and fishing items, postcards and much more ...FREE ADMISSION AND FREE PARKING .. LUNCH AVAILABLE BY HARVEYS LAKE AMBULANCE AND FIRE CO. Rain date Sunday Sept 3rd. TUNKHANNOCK

LARGE YARD SALE

22 Carey Hill Rd. Fri. & Sat. Sept. 1st & 2nd 8 am. - 2 pm. Depression glass, various household items, Cast Iron cookware, books, tools, bicycles, tires + a variety of other items. Looking For A New Car? Check Out: The Scranton Times-Tribune Call 570-348-9157 to place a classified ad

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DODGE 2003 2500 HEMI YUKON 1995 GT LIFTED 4x4, new tires, very well maintained. QUADCAB Looks and runs excellent. 140K, 5.7, Sacrifice @ $5,000 Call 570-875-9159

COLLINS 2009 30 PASSENGER BUS 2 door, 4 cylinder 1.6 liter engine, automatic, 64K, AC, clean interior, no body rust and inspected. Color white, PA Title, $2,999. Dealer. Call Joe, Highway auto, 1000 Main St., Eynon Pa. 570-876-1870 M-F 8:30-5 Sat. 8:30-1.

CHEVROLET 2007 HHR

Automatic with remote start. Newly serviced & inspected. Garage kept. 129,000k miles. Comes with a set of snow tires. Asking $4,750 or best offer. 570-592-7727

CHEVY 1995 CORVETTE PACE CAR

4WD

New 2014 box. Rebuilt motor has less than 5000 miles on it. Reduced $14,995 or best offer. Truck and Cedar Creek Camper $29,995 or best offer. See ad for details on Cedar Creek RV. Call 570-465-3370

SILVERADO 2000 PICK UP 4 x4

32,000 miles. Tinted windows, front and rear air conditioning and seat belts. Like new condition!! $25,500 or best offer. CALL JERRY at 570-241-1444

Like new, 200 miles. New battery, swing arm bag, slip on pipes. Title in hand. Must sell! $6,600. 570-224-4793 ALL Original, 15,000 (15K), Verifiable Miles. 351Engine. All Original Paperwork, (including build sheet). Dealer Rust Proofed, Always Garaged, Never Driven In Snow Or Rain. Absolute Immaculate, Pristine Condition, Inside And Out. This Car Is A Real Head Turner At The Car Shows And Cruises. A Truly Beautiful Automobile. Asking: $9,995. 570-586-2542

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MERCEDES '79 BENZ 450 SL Hard Top Convertible

Only 527 made! Very rare! Very low mileage. Garage kept, never out in bad weather. For details

DAEWOO SKIDSTER LOADER

127,000 miles. Gray with blue leather interior. Very good condition. Asking $4,900 or best offer. Call 570-489-1809

MERCURY 1954 MONTEREY

CALL 570-290-5656 CHEVY 1997 PRISM

75,000 miles, inspected and good condition. $3,000 OBO Good commuter car! (570) 878-9091

CHEVY 2006 COBALT LS – REDUCED!

Automatic, 5.3 liter engine, 98K, 8ft box with liner inop cinder spreader, AC, CD, 16” aluminum wheels, trailer hitch, plow frame, power mirrors, PA-Title, Inspected. $4,499. Dealer – Highway Auto Parts, 1000 Main St., Eynon Pa. Ask for Joe 570-876-1870. M-F 8:30-5, Sat. 8:30-1.

TOYOTA 2006 TACOMA 4 cylinder, 2.2 lier engine. 105K, AC, manual 5speed transmission. Cruise, tilt. PA-Title. Dealer. $2,799. Call Joe. Highway Auto. 570-876-1870 Mon. Fri. 8:30 – 5:00 or Sat. 8:30 – 1:00.

Model 1760-XL Perkins diesel, 4 cylinders. Less than 2,700 hours. Clam bucket, tooth bar and new quick spade.

DOOLITTLE LANDSCAPE TRAILER

2 door, hard top. Continental kit, sun visor, automatic transmission. V8 (256). $22,500. 570-562-2465

REDUCED: $15,000 Both Items. 570-620-2693 570-236-6298

BMW 1980 R100T MOTORCYCLE

TAYLOR-DUNN B248

SRS Pickup 4X4

Red with grey interior, 4 cylinder motor w/ 5 speed transmission. 4 new Grabber General raised white lettering tires, AM/FM w/CD player. 104,000 miles. $9500 (570) 956-0195

BUICK 2014 ENCORE

FORD 2002 EXPEDITION

Black, fully loaded, V8 engine, 125.000 miles, with power & air. Power seats, sunroof, trailer hitch. New inspection. New tires, new battery. One owner. $4,900. (570) 562-1363. Teachers car. Very good condition. 146,000 miles. Inspected until 8/2018. One owner. All maintenance records available. $3,800. Call or text Judy Q. 570-470-5602.

HYUNDAI 2013 ACCENT HATCHBACK GS 4 cylinder automatic. 54,100 miles. one owner. new tires. full service record. 28/37 MPG. 4 snow tires, Nokian Hakkapeliitta, 7 stud included. $8,300. 570-239-6173

Black, excellent condition, interior like new. 79,000 miles. Asking $15,500. 570-677-7471

CHEVROLET 2004 SILVERADO 1500

60k miles, regular cab. Totally operational. $8,000 or best offer. Please call 570-454-5029

MAZDA 2013 6 I TOURING

AWD, black, tan interior, 33,000 miles, back-up camera, satellite radio, many options. Call for more information. Possible trade accepted. R-title. Retail $18,986. JUST REDUCED $12,200. 570-878-7760 BUICK RENDEZVOUS 2006 CXL All wheel drive, with 3rd row seating, gold with tan leather interior and brown accents. Recent inspection. 117,000 miles. Very good condition. $4,500 OBO Moosic (570) 815-8994

Great heavy duty, work-horse, utility vehicle for commercial warehouse, industrial plant or campus. All electric. Updated six, 6 volt industrial batteries, cables and DOT spec tires. Built in battery charger. Heavy gauge all steel body and frame. Includes doors with window for cab. Large rear enclosure with side and rear locking doors. Good paint inside and out. $3,500 or best offer. Pick up only. Lake Ariel, PA. 570-689-2230.

CADILLAC 2013 SRX

89,000 miles, silver with ivory leather interior, AWD, all options – power everything, exceptionally clean, beautiful condition, new tires, R-title. Retails at $28,800. Just Reduced! $13,400. Call for pictures & details. Must see! 570-878-7760

CHEVY 2009 TRAVERSE

50,000 MILES Prestine condition, 50,000 miles, all original, silver in color, garage kept, cloth interior, power drivers seat, 7 passenger running boards, sun roof, AM/FM/CD, all power, all records in hand, oil changes, recalls etc. Hankook tires still alot of thread left on them, newer front brakes. Email joepotter23@msn.com for pics. 570-241-7148 call or test for pics. John. Throop, Pa.

$13,500 Serious Inquires Only. 570 267-5110

MUSTANG 2001 CONVERITABLE

Silver, black top with stripes. 6 cylinder, automatic, 90,000 miles good condition. Asking only $4,700. Call 570-877-3012.

NISSAN 2010 VERSA

83,000k, mechanically excellent, beautiful condition inside & out. Automatic starter. Good gas mileage. Asking $4,900. Call 570-842-4444.

SAAB 2000

4 door sedan, 4 cylinder turbo. Very good condition. 109,000 original miles. Runs very good. Many new parts including new brakes & rotors, new exhaust & water pump. Leather interior, heated seats. Only $2,900. Lady got a new car. 570-457-4257

SUBARU 2001 FORESTER

Silver, AWD, 164,000 miles, $1500 OBO (570) 677-4082

1 OWNER, ONLY 86K MILES, 3.9L V6, 4WD, A/C, AM/FM/CD, BEDLINER, ALLOY WHEELS. SERVICED WITH ALL NEW BALL JOINTS AND STATE INSPECTION. NEEDS NOTHING. READY FOR WORK OR PLAY. CASH PRICE $5950 WITH SERVICE CONTRACT. GUARANTEED FINANCING FOR ALL CREDIT SITUATIONS. ECAR - 101 Lonesome Rd Old Forge www.ecarnepa.com $5,950 570-471-7383

FORD 2007 ESCAPE LIMITED 74,000 miles, clean title. Automatic. Must see! $7,400 Call 570-885-1973

LEXUS 2010 RX 350 AWD

Tungsten Pearl Color, Automatic, Garage kept, 3.5 Liter 275 HP V-6. Premium Audio System, Climate Control. Power windows, doors, locks, & steering, many luxury features. LOADED! 65,000 miles. $26,000 (570) 2263819 Looking For A New Car? Check Out: The Scranton Times-Tribune Call 570-348-9157 to place a classified ad

MAZDA 2002 TRIBUTE ES

SUBARU 2004 IMPREZA

New inspection, runs well. $3,900 or best offer. 570-256-3204

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4 wheel drive SUV, 4 door with rear hatch, white 2 tone exterior, tan leather interior, 6 cyl engine, power windows, power door locks, AC, power driver seat, roof rack, new white letter tires, no rust, no accidents. 93,700 miles. 2nd owner. Very clean, runs excellent.

REDUCED! $6,700 Call 570-489-6937

Reading Utility Body Tommy Power lift gate V-8 383 automatic 36,000 original miles

$6500

570-735-3479

TOYOTA '99 FORERUNNER SR5

Rolling chassis assembly complete. Good motor and drive train. $1500 negotiable. Call 570-510-0113

1,000cc, 36,000 miles, red, second owner. Two fairings-both painted to match bike color. Both with windshields and mirrors. 1) Hannigan Super Sport. Full uppers and lowers. 2) Smaller-Handle bar/frame mounted. BMW Krauser hard bags, Eclipse tank sack. Eclipse rear bag-both with rain covers. Two seats, one stock, one Corbin. BMW crash bars, Stock & Brown side stands, BMW tool kit, Metzler tires, New battery, new Dowco cover. You won't find a finer machine of this era in our locale. First $6,500 Takes It! 570-253-0831 after 7:00pm or leave a message.

HARLEY '09 STREETBOB

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1930 Model A Ford Street Rod Mercedes (Midnight) Blue 5 Window Coupe

DODGE 2003 DAKOTA SXT

Like New, Low Miles (26,500), Auto Starter, Blue Mica, 4 Door, Custom Mazda Weather Mats, All Oil Changes done at Kelly Mazda. Beautiful Car.

HONDA 2004 SHADOW SABRE

1,100 cc, 14,000 miles, windshield, brand new tires. Looks & runs like new. Asking $3,500 or best offer. 570-457-8001

HONDA 2012 NC700X DCT

Like new gray/black Honda with only 1,143 miles! Garage kept and immaculate. 670cc parallel-twin liquid cooled engine. ABS brakes. Dual-clutch transmission can be driven as an automatic or manual with the push of a button. Very sporty and a great commuter at 70 MPG. REDUCED $4,900. Call/text 570-486-9524

YAMAHA 2003 “1600 ROAD STAR”

1996 Crated ZZ3 Chevy 350 horsepower motor, two 650 Edlebrock carburetors, 3 speed auto transmission with shift-kit. Less than 10,000 miles. Professionally built – ground up restoration. Exhaust system includes: Hooker headers, Stainless steel, jet coated. All steel car with exception of fenders which are fiberglass. Mustang 2 front end, independent suspension. Rear end is from a 1969 Camero with 308 gears. 3 windows have floral diamond etch design. A lot of extras including a woodgrain dash by Wabbit. Gages are by VDO. Stainless steal telescopic tilt steering column which includes Lacarra gray leather wrapped steering wheel. Interior is blue/gray tweed cloth. Automatic windows, AC, Heat. Windows by Specialty Window Group. Revised 18 gallon stainless steal gas tank and fender to specs of 1932 Ford. Teardrop rear blue lights. More extras – too many to mention! Best offer over $45,000 Call 570-840-8315 until 9pm. Ask for Jimmy.

FORD 1940 COUPE

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YAMAHA 2007 FZS6WR

Vivid black, 1584cc, 6 speed transmission, forward controls, screaming Eagle tuner, Rush pipes, 2 sets baffles, detachable windshield and saddlebags, detachable sissy bar and sports rack. 15,600 miles $6,800 570-779-2588

Custom, Vance + Hines pipes, Memphis shades, windshield, Mustang seat, Kuryakyn super charger, skelton hand mirrors, also stock seat pipes + mirrors $3,500. Call 570-780-3095

$$$ BUYING $$$ 50hp newer mercury engine. 18ft. All electronics. Trolling motor. $2,750. 570-254-6170 or 570-241-7393

SAILBOAT

Fiberglass, 25 ft. Lancer. Beautiful sailboat, Fin keel. Roller furling sails. Solar power, 15HP. Long Shaft outboard motor. Tandem trailer, fantastic summer place. All very good condition. $5,200 570-857-1768

2004 MONACO LAPALMA DBD

HARLEY DAVIDSON 2002 ROAD KING CLASSIC

Pearl white, low mileage, brand new rear tire, garage kept. Excellent condition. $10,000. 570-706-5762

HARLEY DAVIDSON 2009 1200 SPORTSTER

Red, less than 5,400 miles. Fuel injected engine. Runs nice. Belt drive, disc brakes, brand new red Plexi windshield, 2 used helmets. Price Reduced! $5,500 OBO 570-965-2759

A J AUTO CENTER Formerly AJ Chevrolet

RT 435 MOSCOW 570-842-7697

Vehicle Sales & Service 14 ALTIMA R 80K.....................$9,495 14 Equinox 2LT AWD 42k ....$17,995 13 Jetta AT 46K ....................$13,895 13 Impreza AT AWD 67K .....$13,495 11 GMC HD Crew 4x4 61K ...$31,495 11 Accent AT 83K ..................$6,495 10 Liberty 4x4 72K ................$10,495 09 Mustang GT 35K ..............$16,395 09 Impala SS Sun Leather ...$10,995 08 Tahoe LTZ 4x4 .................$13,995 08 Impala LT 71K ....................$7,795 97 Firebird AT T-tops............. $5,995

Cars, Trucks, Vans & SUVs

Tom Driebe Auto Sale

531 N. Keyser Ave Scranton ( Near Bolus Motor Lines )

Call: 570-350-4541 Specializing In Vehicles Under $5,000!

'09 VW Rabbit 33K ...............$6,975 '06 Honda CRV EX............... $4,975 '06 Hyundai Elantra GLS......$3,675 '06 Chevy Tahoe SE...........$10,700 '04 Toyota Camry XLE....... $5,575 '04 Honda Odyssey Van.......$3,975 '04 Ford Taurus SE 66k........$3,995 '03 Subaru Outback ..........$1,675 '02 Mazda Protege LX..........$2,295 '02 Subaru Forester .................$795 '99 Ford Expedition..................$895 We CAN Get You Financed! www.tomdriebeonline.com

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KT Auto A Division Of Kelleher Tire 430 W. Market Street Scranton, PA 570-346-1133 25 LOW MILE VEHICLES IN STOCK!!!! VISIT: WWW.KTAUTO.COM

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JUNK CARS & TRUCKS...

Cash Paid 570-574-1275

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HARLEY 2002 DAVIDSON DYNA WIDE GLIDE

Black, garage kept. New battery. 17,000 miles. $5500. Call 570-578-4776, leave message.

22' RV, 74,000 miles. Auto ECT Transmission, 6 cylinder, air. Rare find. Must see! $14,500. 570-793-0777

BASS TRACKER 1985

sizes

farm description subsidizing sizes

(2) Slide outs, with 1-1/2 baths, 36'-5” length, 22.5” tires, Work Horse chassis, milage 47,236, GM 8.1 liter V-8, 5 speed Allyson Trans W/OD full body paint (Deluxe), full length mud flap rear-wheel mud flaps, rear vision system, Pilot & co-pilot pull down sun shades, (2) new TV's with CB radio, (3) burner gas range with oven, microwave, washer/dryer combination, recliner swivel, 50 AMP service with 130 watt inverter, patio awning, window awnings, hydraulic leveling system, vintage oak cabinetry, corian counter tops, fantastic roof vent fans, (6) new tires, double pane windows, prep. for satilite dish. $59,900. Call 570-562-2465

AUTOWORXX

4794 Birney Ave. Moosic Pa. 18507

Summer blowout sale! "GUARANTEED APPROVAL” Good/Bad Credit Financing! Bumper to Bumper Warranty included on most.

570-815-4141

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GRONSKI'S

3905 BIRNEY AVE., MOOSIC

570-344-8558

Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles Labor Free Lifetime Warranty Full Service Free Auto Health Plan Low Financing

LABOR FREE LABOR DAY SALE Sept. 1st - 8th

Reduced Prices Health Plan Upgrade 5% Off ALL Service Auto Detailing Only $100

We Are BUYING Cars!

Asking $39,500. 570 698-7719

Need To Sell Something?

Red, pristine condition. 6,800 miles. Cover, helmet, new brake pads, new drive chain. $4,490. 570-455-7188 or 570-578-5933

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For sale, a beautiful all steel rust free 1940 Ford coupe (originally from Texas). The cars body is unmodified was repainted black professionally about 6 years ago and all new chrome installed. The cars mechanicals have been updated. The front suspension was replaced with a mustang II front end. The drive train was updated to a small block Ford 289 cubic inch V8, equiped with mild cam and 4 barrel carburetor coupled to a Ford C4 automatic transmission that delivers the power to a Ford 9 inch rear. The car has an Udidit tilt steering column and custom steering wheel, as well as Vintage Air/heat. The car currently has a dated (old school) tuffed vinyl interior. The dual exhaust and 1940 type steel wheels and tires provide for a nice mellow sound and smooth ride. Car has only been driven to two local shows in the last three years. Too nice of a car to just sit, should be driven and enjoyed!

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INFINITY 2013 G37X AWD

Triple slide. Coleman Road trip grill. Asking $15,995 or best offer. Nadauide RV Prices. Low retail $24,310. Average retail $29,260. Reduced $15,995 or best offer. See ad for F350 V-10 Lariat Super-Cab 4WD to pull RV. $29,995 or best offer. Call 570-465-3370

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HONDA 2009 CIVIC

5,300 miles, lots of chrome, LED lights, color is red/cayenne. Beautiful bike! Asking $14,500. Negotiable. Call 570-956-2044 & ask for Bob

YAMAHA 2007 V-STAR 650

MUSTANG GT

$10,500 570-254-9262

HARLEY DAVIDSON 2014 SOFTAIL DELUXE

$7,000 570-562-3539 or 570-430-6946

Enclosed. Suitable for Daewoo Skidsteer.

FORD 1998

4.6 V-8, automatic, leather, air, cruise, tilt, power windows, power mirrors, rear defroster, rear wing, always garaged, 24,000 original miles, New tires and battery MINT CONDITION

CEDAR CREEK 2007 SILVERBACK 5TH WHEEL

sold farm

FORD 2004 F-350 LARIAT SUPER CAB

factory undercoated, too much to list. Must See!

HARLEY DAVIDSON 2014 883 IRON

headings

4WD, all options. 72,000 miles. $10,500. 570-384-4365

FORD 1977 THUNDERBIRD CLASSIC

farm

CAPRI 1994 HDTP CONVERTIBLE

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CARS

17 Nissan Maxima SV Silver 10k 15 Nissan Versa 5Door 39K ......$9,395 14 Kia Forte EX Coupe 17K.....$12,495 14 Hyundai Sonata GLS 36k...$12,495 13 Camry LE Sedan 34K ........$12,995 13 Nissan Altima SV Sedan....$10,995 12 Honda Accord EX-L 60K...$12,395 TRUCKS/SUV/ VANS 17 Ram 1500 Quadcab SLT 12K 17 Ram 1500 Crewcab Bighorn 17 Nissan Rogue SV White 10k 16 Nissan Murano SV AWD...$24,695 15 Toyota Rav4 XLE AWD White Navigation, Prw. Gate...... $20,995 15 Nissan Rouge SVPremium 24K 14 Mercedes ML 350 4matic. $31,495 14 Ram 1500 Quadcab Bighorn 5.7L, V8, 4x4, Black .........$20,995 13 Nissan Rogue SE Black.....$12,995

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2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER 4X4

33,990

29,990

2011 FORD F-250 LARIAT 4X4

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WEEK 2

the COVER Scranton quarterback Robbie McAndrew. Photo by Jason Farmer, staff photographer.

TOP 10 in action 1. DELAWARE VALLEY RECORD: 1-0 TONIGHT: at Valley View

the GAMES

2. SCRANTON PREP

TONIGHT

RECORD: 1-0 SATURDAY: vs. Coughlin

Kickoff, 7 p.m. DIVISION III Riverside at Mid Valley

3. DUNMORE

Old Forge at Carbondale Area

RECORD: 1-0 TONIGHT: at Lack. Trail

Dunmore at Lackawanna Trail NONLEAGUE Scranton at Honesdale

4. VALLEY VIEW

Delaware Valley at Valley View Abington Hts. at North Pocono

RECORD: 1-0 TONIGHT: vs. Delaware Valley

GAR at Western Wayne Meyers at Montrose

SATURDAY DIVISION III Lakeland at Holy Cross, 1

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NO MORE WORRIES Scranton’s Robbie McAndrew thought it was just a bump, the result of an errant elbow in basketball practice. Turns out, it was a little more serious. But now, the health scare is behind him and he’s focused on football. Pages L8-10

Coughlin at Scr. Prep, 1:30

Redeemer at Lake-Lehman, 2

RECORD: 1-0 TONIGHT: vs. Abington Hts.

6. SCRANTON

NONLEAGUE

Susquehanna vs. Holy

5. NORTH POCONO

MORE BALLGAMES S

RECORD: 1-0 TONIGHT: at Honesdale

After a run of successfu ul e RailRiders Bowls, team ofﬁcials are s. opening PNC Field to more football games

7. OLD FORGE

LISTEN in

RECORD: 1-0 TONIGHT: at Carbondale Area

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9. LACKAWANNA TRAIL RECORD: 1-0 TONIGHT: vs. Dunmore

Xs and Os Game capsules........... L4-5 Players to watch............. L6 Grid picks...................... L7 Sideline snapshots ...... L13 Statistics..................... L14 Team schedules........... L15

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10. WESTERN WAYNE RECORD: 1-0 TONIGHT: vs. GAR

game of the week

WARRIORS at COUGARS When: Tonight, 7 • Where: John Henzes/Veterans Memorial Stadium Last: Delaware Valley, 33-6 (2016) • Noteworthy: Delaware Valley won nine of the last 11 games against the Cougars. BY JOBY FAWCETT STAFF WRITER

In only the second week of the season, two of the Lackawanna Football Conference’s best teams come together for a clash. No. 1 Delaware Valley, fresh off a win over Central, Fort Pierce, Florida, visits No. 4 Valley View, which had one of its best games in the program’s illustrious history last week, tonight at John Henzes/Veterans Memorial Stadium in a nonleague game. It won’t impact the LFC regularseason standings, but it will affect the overall picture, as both teams are projected to be contenders in their District 2 tournaments. “I am just so excited to be playing Delaware Valley at home,” Valley View lineman Brian Durkin said. “There is just a different type of atmosphere when you play a big game at ‘The Den.’” Delaware Valley (1-0) opened the season in Florida. In beating Central, a team ranked among the Top 25 in Florida’s largest classification 8A by MaxPreps,com, the Warriors sent some shock waves north.

1. DELAWARE VALLEY 1-0 • LAST: Beat Centra (Fla.)) , 19-14 Delaware Valley traveled to Florida to open the season and posted an impressive win over Central from Fort Pierce. Ryan Obiso had a touchdown on the ground, C.J. Anderson, the District 2 Class 3A champion in the 110-meter hurdles had a touchdown catch, fullback Ryan Wehner had a running touchdown. The defense, led by Brendan Heaney and Dylan Kelly came up with big stops late in the game. Anthony Scillia had an interception to preserve win.

But it should come as no surprise. This year’s Warriors team is building and working to have a big year. Dylan Kelly, who had an outstanding game last week in the secondary, is in his fourth season as a starter. So, too, is linebacker Brendan Heaney, who had a critical stop at the goal line late in the game that helped preserve Delaware Valley’s win. C.J. Anderson, a District 2 Class 3A champion in the 110-meter hurdles, had a touchdown against Central. Ryan Obiso, who ran for more than 1,200 yards last season also had a score. Delaware Valley is huge up front, led by college prospect Jacob Roccabruna, a 6-foot-7, 280-pound tackle, and John Boyd and John McCarthy, a pair of returning all-stars. Defensively, in addition to Heaney, the Warriors got an outstanding effort from linebacker Anthony Scillia, who sealed the win with an interception in the final minute, and freshman linebacker Jason Henderson. Please see GAME, Page L5

4. VALLEY VIEW 1-0 • LAST: Beat Lakeland,, 63-14 The Cougars got off to a fast start with 405 yards of offense and 49 points in the ﬁrst half against Lakeland. Traon Jones scored two touchdowns, sprint standout Seth Vernon had 138 yards on ﬁve carries and Valley View didn’t punt. Defensively, the secondary returned a pair of interceptions for scores and limited the Chiefs to 220 yards.

players to watch

Brendan Heaney

Anthony Scillia Delaware Valley, LB Had a key stop on a fourth-and-goal from the 1 and made the gamesaving interception in the fourth quarter of win over Fort Pierce, Florida.

Traon Jones Valley View, RB Had 53 yards rushing on seven carries and scored two touchdowns as the Cougars thumped Lakeland in Week 1.

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GAME capsules H COUGHLIN (0-1) AT 2-SCRANTON PREP (1-0)

3-DUNMORE (1-0) AT 9-LACKAWANNA TRAIL (1-0)

ABINGTON HEIGHTS (0-1) AT 5-NORTH POCONO (1-0)

6-SCRANTON (1-0) AT HONESDALE (1-0)

When: Saturday, 1:30 p.m. Where: Valor Field at Scranton Memorial Stadium Last season: Scranton Prep, 23-2 Last week: Coughlin lost to Dallas, 54-7; Scranton Prep beat Abington Heights, 50-0. Noteworthy: Scranton Prep won its last 10 games in the regular season, yielding a touchdown or less in all with four shutouts. Scouting Coughlin: Found the going tough against a seasoned Dallas defense last week. Speedster Vincent Todd had 34 yards rushing and 84 yards passing. The defense gave up 228 yards on the ground and 116 yards passing. Scouting Scranton Prep: RB Matt Gilmartin used a bruising running style behind a physical line to go for 140 yards with five TDs in the first half against the Comets. QB Leo O’Boyle was sharp. The defense overwhelmed the Comets and did not allow a first down.

When: Tonight, 7 Where: Lions Pride Stadium Last season: Dunmore, 27-7 Last week: Dunmore defeated West Scranton, 28-18; Lackawanna Trail beat Mid Valley, 25-21. Noteworthy: Dunmore has won ﬁve straight in the series. Scouting Dunmore: Controlled the line of scrimmage against West Scranton. Cristian Buckley ran for 112 yards and Frank Damiano proved to be a bruising fullback. The defense yielded 310 yards, but Michael Muracco and Jerry Longo helped contain the Invaders at critical times. Scouting Lackawanna Trail: QB Nathan Rolka proved he can lead this team as a runner with 34 yards and three touchdowns and a passer with 110 yards. Senior fullback Thomas Kohinsky ran for 42 yards on 10 carries. The defense gave up 400 yards of offense to Mid Valley, but came up with important stops late in the game.

When: Tonight, 7 Where: North Pocono Trojans Stadium Last season: North Pocono, 20-0 Last week: Abington Heights lost to Scranton Prep, 50-0; North Pocono defeated Riverside, 42-19. Noteworthy: North Pocono has three straight wins in the series, giving up a total of seven points with two shutouts. Scouting Abington Heights: Experience and injuries are a concern. With the majority of the lineup making its varsity debut last week, the Comets did not get a ﬁrst down offensively. The defense played against a short ﬁeld against Scranton Prep and will need to be more physical. Scouting North Pocono: Donny Blaine is a seasoned QB now and showed that by going 5 for 5 for 131 yards and a score against Riverside. JC Gaughan, already considered one of the top defensive players, had 112 yards rushing and scored four touchdowns.

When: Tonight, 7 Where: Honesdale High School Stadium Last season: Scranton, 43-8 Last week: Scranton outlasted Wyoming Valley West, 58-48; Honesdale defeated GAR, 38-8. Noteworthy: Scranton leads the series, 11-4, winning the last four by an average of 31.5 points. Scouting Scranton: Speed, speed and more speed. Ky’Ron Harbin is one of the most explosive players in the LFC after only one game. Rheyse Green is one of the best two-way players in District 2. Reggie Dickey is battling an injury. The defense played well early against Wyoming Valley West. Scouting Honesdale: The Hornets snapped a 16-game losing streak against GAR. Andy Carroll and Beau Freiermuth each ran for more than 100 yards behind the team’s huge offensive line. The 38 points was the most in a game for the program since 2014, a stretch of 28 games.

7-OLD FORGE (1-0) AT CARBONDALE AREA (0-1)

WALLENPAUPACK (0-1) AT 8-WEST SCRANTON (0-1)

GAR (0-1) AT 10-WESTERN WAYNE (1-0)

RIVERSIDE (0-1) AT MID VALLEY (0-1)

When: Tonight, 7 Where: Andy Cerra Sports Complex Last season: Old Forge, 20-14 Last week: Old Forge defeated Hanover Area, 44-0; Carbondale Area lost to Western Wayne, 35-0. Noteworthy: Old Forge leads the series, 33-17, including eight straight wins. Scouting Old Forge: The Blue Devils have a blossoming star at quarterback as freshman Dante Lucarelli threw for 119 yards and two TDs in his debut in a 44-0 thumping of Hanover Area. RB Kevin Pepsin, a sophomore, scored two rushing touchdowns and a defensive TD. The defense was overpowering, posting the program’s ﬁrst shutout since the 2015 District 2 Class 1A semiﬁnal. Scouting Carbondale Area: Gained 124 total yards last week. Nick Vadella led the team with 34 yards rushing. The defense struggled against the pass, giving up 166 yards on nine receptions.

When: Tonight, 7 Where: Valor Field at Scranton Memorial Stadium Last season: West Scranton, 41-10 Last week: Wallenpaupack lost to Wyoming Area, 7-3; West Scranton lost to Dunmore, 28-18. Noteworthy: West Scranton won eight of the last 13 meetings and the last two by a combined score of 60-10. Scouting Wallenpaupack: QB Tom McCormick threw for 94 yards last week and Nicholas Ruggieri ran for 59, but the offense produced only three points. The defense limited Wyoming Area to 119 yards and an average of 2.2 yards per carry. Scouting West Scranton: Kevin Williams showed toughness, and a combination of speed, quickness and power while running for 117 yards against a stern Dunmore defense. QB Nick Gioia left the game with a sore ankle after throwing for 110 yards. Jake Ciullo looked calm in relief.

When: Tonight, 7 Where: Sharkey Rosetti Sports Complex Last season: Western Wayne, 20-11 Last week: GAR lost to Honesdale, 38-8; Western Wayne defeated Carbondale Area, 35-0. Noteworthy: Western Wayne went 5-0 against Wyoming Valley Conference opponents last season. Scouting GAR: The Grenadiers, who have good team speed, had zero yards rushing in 24 attempts against Honesdale. The defense gave up 297 yards against a punishing running attack, but forced three fumbles. Scouting Western Wayne: The Wildcats posted their ﬁrst shutout since Oct. 16, 2015. Cole Fuller is a powerful defensive player and the unit forced two turnovers. Matt Valanda had a solid debut at quarterback with 166 yards passing and Kobe Sauter had 91 yards rushing.

When: Tonight, 7 Where: Spartan Stadium Last season: Riverside, 6-0 Last week: Riverside lost to North Pocono, 42-19; Mid Valley lost to Lackawanna Trail, 25-21. Noteworthy: Riverside has a 19-7-1 advantage in the series, winning ﬁve of the last seven. Scouting Riverside: Offensively, Chase Briskie ran for 95 yards and Mikey Moran and Christian Pon had TDs. The defense gave up all 42 points in the ﬁrst half against North Pocono and yielded 131 yards passing and an average of 5.1 yards per carry. Scouting Mid Valley: After a slow start which saw the Spartans fall behind Lackawanna Trail, 18-7, Mid Valley played the Lions tough. The running game produced 312 yards with Joe Chylak totaling 219 and two TDs. Overall, they had 400 yards of total offense. The defense was tough against the run, giving up 151 yards.

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GAME capsules MEYERS (0-1) AT MONTROSE (0-1)

LAKELAND (0-1) AT HOLY CROSS (0-1)

SUSQUEHANNA (1-0) AT HOLY REDEEMER (1-0)

Where: Montrose Memorial Stadium Last season: Meyers, 20-10 Last week: Meyers lost to Lake-Lehman, 30-22; Montrose lost to Susquehanna, 32-18. Noteworthy: Montrose lost all ﬁve meetings with the Mohawks. Scouting Meyers: Expected to be a big-play team, the Mohawks scored a pair of touchdowns on special teams last week. Janssen Wilborn returned a punt 66 yards for a score to open the season and ﬁnished with 145 yards passing with a touchdown. Sophomore Corey Brown also had a punt return for a score. The defense gave up 336 yards rushing on 55 attempts against Lake-Lehman. Scouting Montrose: In coach Steve Miller’s debut, the Meteors gave Susquehanna a battle for the Bluestone trophy. John Herman, who was expected to be the team’s leader, had 54 yards rushing and a 26-yard touchdown reception. Maverick Tims threw a pair of touchdown passes. The defense yielded only 72 yards rushing on 27 attempts, but gave up 163 yards through the air.

When: Saturday, 1 p.m. Where: St. Anthony’s Playground, Dunmore Last season: Lakeland, 49-14 Last week: Lakeland lost to Valley View, 63-14; Holy Cross lost to Holy Redeemer, 44-0. Noteworthy: Lakeland hasn’t started a season 0-2 since 1998, while Holy Cross has lost 16 straight games. Scouting Lakeland: An experienced team faced a talented Valley View team and got bombarded early. The Chiefs will try to rebound and get their running game going. Freshman Giovanni Spataro had 92 yards rushing and Thomas Pidgeon had a 75-yard touchdown reception, otherwise the going was very tough against the Cougars. The defense gave up 35 points in the first half. Ron Zabrowski and Jake Barrett each had five tackles. Scouting Holy Cross: Another team with inexperience trying to forge an identity. The Crusaders had only 56 yards of total offense. Jason Kopf had 63 on the ground. The defense held Holy Redeemer in check through the first quarter, but finished giving up 162 yards passing and 141 on the ground.

When: Saturday, 2 p.m. Where: Eddie Edwards Stadium, Lake-Lehman Last season: Susquehanna, 8-0 Last week: Susquehanna defeated Montrose, 32-18; Holy Redeemer beat Holy Cross, 44-0. Noteworthy: Susquehanna won all ﬁve meetings against Holy Redeemer by an average of 15.8 points. Scouting Susquehanna: Unveiled a passing attack last week as C.J. Stone threw for 163 yards and a TD, Sam Cosmello had 51 yards receiving and Mason Deakin added 39 yards and a score. The defense, which is one of the best units in Division III, limited Montrose to 91 yards on the ground on 50 carries. Adam Roe had six tackles with two for loss and an interception. Scouting Holy Redeemer: Quarterback J.D. Turosky can do it all. He had 79 yards rushing and scored two TDs, and added 162 yards through the air with a pair of touchdowns while completing 11 of 12 passes against Holy Cross. The defense limited Holy Cross to 56 yards of total offense.

GAME: Early season clash on tap FROM PAGE L3

“We have to stand our ground,” Durkin said. “They have some really big boys and they are experienced. We have to be physical. I think the last two times I played against Delaware Valley, we h ave n’ t b e e n p hy s i c a l enough.” Valley View (1-0) got its season off to a record-setting start by scoring 63 points against rival Lakeland. The Cougars size will rival Delaware Valley. Durkin (6-4, 280), John Shnipes (6-3, 260) and tight end Kyle Cwalinski (6-2, 240) overmatched the Chiefs last week. They also have big-play speed and power in the backfield. Seth Vernon, a District 2 Class 3A champion in the 100-meter dash, had 138 yards o n o n l y f ive c a r r i e s , highlighted by a 66-yard touchdown.

by the numbers

27.8 375

Average margin of victory for Delaware Valley over Valley View during its ﬁvegame winning streak in the series.

Wins in Valley View program history, that began in 1969 with the jointure of Blakely, Jessup and Archbald high schools.

Traon Jones had 53 yards on seven carries with a pair of touchdowns, and Mason Kordish, who is the son of the late Randy Kordish, one of Valley View’s all-time leading rushers, had 47 yards and a touchdown. Valley View’s defense smothered Lakeland, limiting it to 143 yards on 34 carries. Linebacker Sam Pittsman, a bruising blocker and punishing tackler, led the attack. “This is going to be a great game,” Kelly said. “We really have to be well prepared.

They are a great team. We have to stick to the game plan and stay focused and not let the atmosphere or the other things distract us.” This game will also be part of a night of celebration for the Valley View program. A pregame ceremony by former Cougars will honor legendary Hall of Fame coach Frank Pazzaglia and his longtime assistant, the late Tom Krempasky. Contact the writer: jbfawcett@timesshamrock.com; 570-348-9125; @JobyFawcett26 on Twitter

— JOBY FAWCETT

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PLAYERS to watch

o’boyle

buckley Leo O’Boyle Scranton Prep, QB Had an impressive debut when he threw for 97 yards on ﬁve completions against Abington Heights.

freiermuth

merrifield

burke

bulkley

Cristian Buckley, Dunmore, RB Only a freshman, he is off to a fast start to his career after rushing for 112 yards in his debut against West Scranton. Nathan Rolka Lackawanna Trail, QB Had 101 yards passing and 34 yards rushing with three touchdowns in win over Mid Valley. Mike Malone Abington Heights, DE-TE A physical two-way end who had one reception for 11 yards and several tackles for the Comets against Scranton Prep. Dale Moore North Pocono, WR Hauled in four passes for 76 yards in a season-opening win over Riverside.

briskie

rolka

Anthony Rios Old Forge, WR Returned two ﬁrst-quarter punts for touchdowns, covering 156 in a win over Hanover Area.

Ky’Ron Harbin Scranton, WR In his football debut, the basketball and track allstar, had three touchdowns and contributed 69 yards rushing, 55 yards receiving and an 80-yard kickoff return where he sprinted through and then away from a crowd of Wyoming Valley West defenders

Frank Burke Carbondale Area, FB Had 28 yards rushing and added a 12-yard reception for Chargers against Western Wayne.

Beau Freiermuth Honesdale, RB-LB Ran for 115 yards and a touchdown and led a Hornets defense that held GAR to zero yards rushing in a 38-8 victory.

Matt Valanda Western Wayne, QB Making his ﬁrst career start, the sophomore completed nine passes for 166 yards and a touchdown against Carbondale Area.

Tom McCormick Wallenpaupack, QB Completed 12 of 20 passes for 94 yards last week against Wyoming Area and has 710 yards passing in his career.

Seth Bulkley Montrose, FB Made the move from guard to the backﬁeld and had 20 yards rushing last week against Susquehanna in the Battle for the Bluestone.

Shayne Merriﬁeld West Scranton, WR Caught four passes for 105 yards, including a 67-yard touchdown reception against Dunmore.

Chase Briskie Riverside, RB Ran for 95 yards on 18 carries and had a reception for ﬁve yards in a loss to North Pocono.

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moore

harbin

Colin Hazelton Mid Valley, WR Ran for 89 yards and scored a touchdown on a 3-yard run in a loss to Lackawanna Trail. Thomas Pidgeon Lakeland, WR-DB Bright spot for the Chiefs who had a 75-yard touchdown reception, 11 yards rushing and three tackles against Valley View Jason Kopf Holy Cross, RB Led the Crusaders with 63 yards rushing against Holy Redeemer. Has 131 yards on the ground the last two seasons. C.J. Stone Susquehanna, QB The Sabers can throw the ball as the junior signal caller had 163 yards passing with a touchdown against Montrose.

mCcormick

rios

valanda

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THE CONSENSUS

Last: 12-1 Overall: 12-1

Last: 10-3 Overall: 10-3

Last: 9-4 Overall: 9-4

Last: 8-5 Overall: 8-5

Last: 10-3 Overall: 10-3

Riverside at Mid Valley

MV, 10-7

MV, 21-12

MV, 21-20

MV, 14-12

MV, 22-7

MV, 27-16

RIV, 17-16

MV, 26-21

RIV (61%)

MV by 5

Old Forge at Carbondale Area

OF, 31-17

OF, 28-7

OF, 35-12

OF, 27-18

OF, 33-14

OF, 28-12

OF, 42-17

OF, 34-27

OF (91%)

OF by 17

Dunmore at Lackawanna Trail

DUN, 28-14

DUN, 21-12

DUN, 36-20

DUN, 27-14

DUN, 28-7

DUN, 30-13

DUN, 21-20

DUN, 28-14

DUN (87%)

DUN by 13

Scranton at Honesdale

SCR, 28-7

SCR, 35-21

SCR, 42-14

SCR, 35-14

SCR, 35-21

SCR, 48-12

SCR, 49-21

SCR, 35-12

SCR (86%)

SCR by 23

Delaware Valley at Valley View

DV, 28-24

DV, 18-14

DV, 28-24

DV, 21-18

DV, 28-21

VV, 23-21

DV, 24-21

DV, 21-13

DV (72%)

DV by 4

Abington Heights at North Pocono

NP, 35-14

NP, 35-7

NP, 35-14

NP, 21-16

NP, 21-7

NP, 35-16

AH, 30-23

NP, 28-12

NP (81%)

NP by 15

Wallenpaupack at West Scranton

WS, 28-10

WS, 18-14

WS, 21-10

WS, 18-14

WS, 21-3

WS, 20-15

WS, 17-13

WS, 30-17

WS (68%)

WS by 9

GAR at Western Wayne

WW, 20-7

WW, 35-7

WW, 28-13

WW, 23-14

WW, 35-14

WW, 23-8

WW, 28-21

WW, 23-7

WW (74%)

WW by 15

Meyers at Montrose

MEY, 24-7

MON, 14-12

MEY, 14-13

MEY, 21-20

MEY, 28-12

MEY, 24-19

MON, 13-10

MON, 22-20

MEY (74%)

MEY by 4

Lakeland at Holy Cross

LAK, 35-14

LAK, 18-12

LAK, 28-13

LAK, 16-6

LAK, 35-7

LAK, 45-6

LAK, 42-14

LAK, 34-12

LAK (78%)

LAK by 21

Coughlin at Scranton Prep

SP, 35-24

SP, 38-7

SP, 50-7

SP, 28-13

SP, 31-10

SP, 34-14

SP, 38-14

SP (97%)

SP by 24

Susquehanna vs. Holy Redeemer

SUS, 17-7

SUS, 28-12

SUS, 28-24

SUS, 13-12

SUS, 28-14

SUS, 22-15

SUS, 30-14

SUS, 15-14

HR (61%)

SUS by 8

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NO MORE WORRIES Health scare behind him, Knights’ McAndrew focuses on football BY JOBY FAWCETT STAFF WRITER

obbie McAndrew is thankful each time he takes a snap. His roller-coaster ride, filled with highs and lows and a flood of emotion, anxiety and uncertainty makes him appreciate every second he plays and practices the game he loves. The journey to his senior year as starting quarterback for Scranton had roadblocks. But his perseverance and belief that he would be leading the team this season won out and the Knights are off to a lightning-fast start. Earlier this year, McAndrew had a health scare dealing with persistent swelling of his salivary glands, and the later removal of a noncancerous cyst. Through medication and surgical procedures, and an uplifting prognosis, McAndrew — who initially feared the worst — is healthy and smiling, ready to lead Scranton into a battle tonight at Honesdale in a Lackawanna Football Conference nonleague game. “I really appreciate playing the game a lot more now,” McAndrew said. “I could have never played again and could have had to deal with something very serious. “You never know what could happen to you.” In his junior year, McAndrew emerged as a tough kid with unwavering nerve and a calm presence on the field. He was a solid backup quarterback to Jacob Watts, who was an All-Region player as a junior. But through the season, McAndrew began to show signs that the future would be bright. Then, Watts suffered an injury.

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Scranton turned to McAndrew, who completed 51 percent of his passes for 623 yards and six touchdowns. It was an encouraging sign looking ahead to 2017. A three-sport athlete, McAndrew is an intense competitor on the basketball court and a sharp-shooter. He is also a shortstop for the baseball team. In December, as the Knights prepared to play in the annual Lynett Memorial basketball tournament, McAndrew took an inadvertent elbow to his jaw. It bruised and his sublingual gland — a salivary gland beneath the tongue — swelled. “I thought it was no big deal and thought it was something that would go away in time,” McAndrew said. Doctors treated him with antibiotics and the hope was he would recover. After the swelling decreased, McAndrew returned to his activities in basketball where he finished with 205 points with 25 3-pointers, and baseball where he batted .289 with two triples. It also gave the Scranton football staff reason to be encouraged. McAndrew dedicated himself to preparing his body and mind to be a team leader. He looked bigger, stronger and confident as summer approached. “I think Robbie did a really good job coming off last year and getting ready to play this year,” Scranton coach Michael Marichak said. “He put the time in and you could tell.” However, in late June concerns were heightened when

his jaw and salivary gland became swollen again. After a visit to the doctor, it was decided he needed to have the gland surgically removed. The fear of cancer crept into his and his family’s minds. “It was scary and I was nervous, but I didn’t want to show him I was nervous,” his mom, Fran, said. “I just tried to stay positive and tried to stay patient until we got all of the reports.” There is a history of cancer in the family. Fran is a cancer survivor, battling breast cancer just three years ago and is now in remission. McAndrew’s grandfather, Robert “Mac” McAndrew played minor league baseball in the Detroit Tigers organization in the 1950s. He died when his son, Bob, was 6 years old. His grandmother, Angie Cacioppo, is a breast cancer survivor. “I was nervous,” Robbie’s father, Bob, said. “I grew up hearing that cancer is in the genes. So, yes, you start thinking about the big ‘C.’ ” In July, McAndrew had the gland removed. During his recovery, a sense of calm replaced the panic as his throat began to heal. He was on a liquid diet, but he couldn’t swallow. “He was so sick,” Fran said. “He was weak because he had no food and then when he would try to drink the liquids, it came out his nose. “This was very scary.” Three days later, McAndrew had another operation, this time through his neck just below his jaw, to remove the submandibular gland and

clean out a noncancerous cyst. It put him on the shelf for at least two weeks. But he was healthy. “I was a little nervous at first with everything and it was nerve-wracking,” McAndrew, 17, said. “When I had that lump on the bottom of my jaw, the first thing that came to my mind was cancer. “When the doctor told me it was noncancerous, it was the biggest relief.” ■■■ Before his return to the field, McAndrew sat impatiently as his wounds healed. He lost a lot of weight. All of the work he had put in during the offseason seemed to evaporate. “I was really frustrated,” McAndrew said. “I lost like 10 pounds. I was really weak and dehydrated. I had to start from the beginning.” Finally, on the first day of the PIAA mandated heat acclimatization period, he was back under center with a bandage protecting his scar. “I was so excited to be back,” McAndrew said. “When I went through those surgeries and I had all that pain, I never thought I would be back or play football again. I didn’t know what would happen. “When I came back, I just wanted to have a lot of fun.” In Scranton’s first game, McAndrew displayed his sharp passing skills and triggered an explosive offense that can score in the blink of an eye. He showed the leadership and poise of a senior quarterback and threw for 176 yards and two touchdowns. “I was nervous before the game, and then it was so exciting,” Fran said. “I was yelling down to him and he was waving up to us in the stands. “It was just great.” His effort and performance fueled a wild 58-48 victory. “I am so happy for him,” Bob said. “He’s doing really good. He came through this pretty strong. “It’s just great to have him healthy.” Contact the writer: jbfawcett@timesshamrock. com; 570-348-9125; @JobyFawcett26 on Twitter

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PNC FIELD WELCOMES MORE FOOTBALL TEAMS lead over Abington Heights by halftime thanks to a 28-point barrage in the second quarter. The Cavaliers scored four touchdowns in 7:32 of game action and their drives totaled 83 yards in 13 plays, thanks to advantageous field position created by three turnovers. Brayden McAllister and Luke Johnson each had interceptions, and Lucas Stage recovered a fumble on a kickoff to set up Scranton Prep’s onslaught. Scranton also set a school record for points in a game since the merger of Scranton Central and Scranton Technical in 1991 when it defeated Wyoming Valley West, 58-48. The total surpassed the mark set in a 54-12 win over North Pocono in 2012.

BY JOBY FAWCETT STAFF WRITER

There have been three RailRiders Bowl games hosted at PNC Field and all were well-attended and overwhelmingly popular. The two-year commitment to the teams playing, however, limited the opportunity to four schools in four years. Because of the game’s popularity in late October, this year, officials with the RailRiders decided to open up the stadium for two more schools before the turf is ripped up and replaced for the 2018 baseball season. West Scranton will play Valley View for its homecoming game Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. at PNC Field, which will launch a 10-day stretch where football communities take over the facility. “We want to send our thanks and gratitude to the RailRiders organization for giving us the opportunity for our kids to play here, it’s a terrific venue,” West Scranton coach Brian Fahey said at a press conference last week at the stadium. “Most importantly, I want to extend thanks for our community and the members of our freshman football and West Scranton Falcons organizations for giving them an opportunity, as well. “We are really thrilled to have this opportunity.” The game will be the third appearance for Valley View, which played Abington Heights in the first two RailRiders Bowls. “We have had an opportunity to play here against Abington Heights and we really appreciate being invited back,” Valley View coach George

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Seated, from left, Old Forge coach Michael Schuback, Lakeland coach Jeff Wasilchak and Lakeland athletic director Dave Rosenkrans attend a press conference at PNC Field last week. Howanitz said. “I know it’s a big deal for our kids and big deal for our community to play in a facility like this.” The West Scranton Flag Football League will have games Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Oct. 8, the Old Forge Junior Devils will play the Olyphant Lions in games from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. On Oct. 10, West Scranton and Valley View will play a freshman football game at 5 p.m. Then, on Oct. 15, the Old Forge and Lakeland junior varsity teams play at noon. This year’s RailRiders Bowl will take place Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. between Old Forge and Lakeland. Last season, Lakeland won, 44-14.

Abington Heights won the and held 28 opponents to one inaugural game in 2014, and touchdown or fewer in 41 regular-season games where it Valley View won in 2015. Defensive dominance has a record of 37-4. Only three opponents Last week, Scranton Prep scored more than two touchoverpowered rival Abington downs in a game in the Heights in a 50-0 win. stretch. Scranton scored 43 The Cavaliers did not points and Delaware Valley allow a first down against the scored 28 in 2014, which were Comets, who had only one both losses for the Cavaliers. play of more than 10 yards — Abington Heights scored 21 an 11-yard completion on a points in Week 1 in 2015. third-and-12 that led to a punt Fast starts on fourth down. The Cavaliers had six tackValley View and North les for no gain or a loss and Pocono shot out to the fastest limited Abington Heights to starts to the season among 1.8 yards per play. LFC teams. Since 2013, when Scranton The Cougars scored three Prep won its first LFC Divi- touchdowns and built a 21-6 sion I championship, the lead over rival Lakeland in defense recorded 14 shutouts the first 12 minutes.

Valley View went on to score 49 points in the first half and a school-record 63 in the game. The previous mark came in 1976 when the Cougars defeated Tunkhannock, 62-21. North Pocono had a threetouchdown lead on Riverside in the opening 9:24 of its 42-19 win. The Trojans scored all 42 points in the first half. Old Forge bolted to a 31-0 lead over Hanover Area with 5:27 remaining in the first quarter. The Blue Devils piled it on thanks to a pair of punt returns for scores by Anthony Rios and an interception return by Kevin Pepsin, giving them an 18-point run in the span of 3 minutes of game time. Scranton Prep built a 43-0

■ Honesdale ended a 16-game losing streak with its 38-8 win over GAR. The Hornets last win came against Carbondale Area, 20-6, on Sept. 25, 2015. Also the 38 points were more than half of last season’s 10-game total of 67 points. The last time the Hornets scored more than 30 points in a game came in a 34-14 win over Wester n Wayne on Oct. 24, 2014. ■ Scranton’s Rheyse Green tied a school record with five touchdowns in the win over Wyoming Valley West. Jake McCar thy scored five against Wyoming Valley West and Valley View in 2012 and against West Scranton in 2014. ■ Western Wayne’s 35-0 win over Carbondale Area was its largest margin of victory since a 50-14 win over Montrose on Oct. 10, 2014.

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VALLEY VIEW, LAKELAND DOMINATED LEAGUES BY JOBY FAWCETT STAFF WRITER

Two of the area’s tradition power programs were spreading their wings 45 years ago as one conference forged its reputation and another spawned an exciting playoff. In 1972, Valley View and Lakeland were the talk of the high school football world in Northeast Pennsylvania. Both claimed league championships in impressive fashion and dominated headlines into December. Valley View was the biggest of the big boys in the Big 11. The school that formed out of the joining of Blakely, Jessup and Archbald high schools in 1969 was a football juggernaut. The combination of the three rosters from successful programs made the Cougars an imposing giant in the landscape of the sport. Young coach Frank Pazzaglia guided the team through a dominating regular season. The Cougars shared the Big 11 championship with Riverside, itself a strong team, and represented the Northern Division in the Eastern Conference playoffs because of a better score in the complicated rating point system. Valley View and Riverside, which finished the season 9-0-1, tied, 14-14, during their epic regular-season opening game. From there, the Cougars won 10 straight and the extra

contest catapulted them into the Class A championship game against mighty Mount Carmel. Meanwhile, Lakeland and coach Jerry Wasilchak were just starting a championship tradition. The Chiefs competed in the Suburban Conference, which stayed in operation after the formation of the Big 11 in 1967. It offered schools with smaller enrollments more competitive balance. A year after capturing the program’s first conference title in 1971, Lakeland rolled to the championship in 1972 and earned a second straight trip to the Eastern Conference Class B final. Again, a postseason that started in 1970 to reward the small schools. Lakeland’s only blemish in the regular season came in a crossover game against Valley View, 14-0. Valley View featured a defense that yielded only 20 total points in the regular season, which included the 14 that Riverside scored in Week 1. Tunkhannock was the only other opponent to crack the goal line until the EC championship game. That defense had five players named to the Big 11 all-star first team, led by Hookey Reap award winner Jim “Dipper” Moran, a tenacious 230-pound tackle. “We had a great team,” said Moran, whose grandsons, Tyler Vessel and John Shnipes are

members of this season’s Cougars. “We had really good coaches. We all worked very hard and we always stuck together. Everybody just wanted to win.” Defensive ends Mike Churney and Julio Faramelli, tackle Fred Cicilioni and defensive backs Joe Baciotti and Bob Fofi were also named to the all-star team. Valley View’s offense, which averaged 27.4 points a game, was led by the late Rick Kovack, who ran for more than 3,000 yards in his career, and a powerful offensive line paving the way that included Jim Walton, the Hookey Reap award winner on offense, and guard Doug Kanuik. In the Eastern Conference title game, reportedly played in front of more than 8,000 fans at Valley View Stadium, the Cougars lost to Mount Carmel, 20-12, in the third title game meeting between the two programs in four years. Mount Carmel’s Ken Diminick, son of coach Joe “Jazz” Diminick, scored a pair of touchdowns in the win. The game had 24 penalties, but none more critical than when Al Merli returned a punt 83 yards for a touchdown as the Cougars were clawing their way back from a 13-6 deficit at the half. The score was wiped out by a clipping penalty. On the last play of the third

quarter, Mount Carmel’s Joe Muolo scored to seal the win. Lakeland was looking to avenge a loss to Minersville in the 1971 EC Class B title game when it faced an explosive Bloomsburg in the final played in front of a reported 2,000 fans at Berwick Stadium. Bill Nye ran for 107 yards and Peter “Bud” Chakiris added 78 as the Chiefs countered a 200-yard passing game from Bloomsburg to win its first EC championship, 20-12. Lakeland went unbeaten in the Suburban Conference and posted six shutouts. The Chiefs, who finished 9-1 overall, also headlined the Suburban Conference all-star team with four selections. Linemen Chris Simoncini and Myron Taschuk, end John Birosak and Chakiris were chosen by the conference coaches as all-stars for the Chiefs. There were several standout players named to the Big 11 all-star team in addition to the Cougars. Riverside had four first-team selections, including quarterback Bob Drusbosky, who had 536 yards passing with eight touchdowns and 198 yards rushing. Mike Neary ran for 1,100 yards and had 16 touchdowns and 102 points for the Vikings. End Bill Fletcher and linebacker Jack Ott were also first-team all-stars. Mid Valley’s Al Fiume, who ran

for 1,089 yards, and Scranton Tech’s Tony Moore were all-star backs. Other Big 11 all-stars were Mid Va l l e y t a ck l e Jo e M a s k o , Tunkhannock tackle Ted Sohns, Old Forge guard Larry Ferrett, Dunmore center Neil Lovallo, Central defensive tackle Ed Baryla, Dunmore nose guard Bob Ragnacci and linebacker Joe Donato, Old Forge defensive back Mike Addessa and Tunkhannock defensive back Paul Robinson. Lackawanna Trail, which lost to Lakeland, 7-6, had three players named to the Suburban Conference all-star team. Running back Paul Hayduk, who had 525 yards rushing in his senior season and more than 1,500 in his career, quarterback Jim Rivera, widely considered the best all-around player in the conference who threw for 820 yards and ran for 856, and guard Jay McCracken led the Lions. Carbondale Area’s Tom Bonacci and junior running back John Lasavage, who would go on to a record-setting senior year and a career at West Virginia were also all-stars. Lasavage had 1,124 yards and led his team with 91 tackles. Also named to the all-star team were Susquehanna end Maynard Upright and back Frank Reddon, who had nearly 1,200 yards rushing, and Honesdale center Mike Miller.

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Scranton safety Izaiah Sutton sacks Wyoming Valley West quarterback Rob Dwyer.

Valley View’s Nasir Smith, right, celebrates with teammate Janaasah Boone, after blocking a PAT.

West Scranton’s Kevin Williams is tackled by Dunmore’s Luke Yanisko during the first quarter. LEFT: Abington Heights quarterback George Tinsley is sacked by Scranton Prep’s Charles Rarrell (71) and Ivan Balavage (44) in the first half. RIGHT: Western Wayne’s Bailey Walck fights off Carbondale Area’s Adam Rossetti after making a catch.

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lfc STATISTICS state rankings By Pennlive.com Class 6A Rec Pvs 1. St. Joseph’s Prep (12) 0-0 1 2. Pine-Richland (7) 1-0 2 3. Coatesville (1) 1-0 4 4. Parkland (11) 1-0 5 5. North Allegheny (7) 1-0 6 6. State College (6) 0-0 7 7. La Salle Col. HS (12) 1-0 NR 8. Pittsburgh C.C. (7) 0-1 3 9. Wilson (3) 0-0 8 10. North Penn (1) 0-1 9 Teams to watch: Easton Area (11) 1-0, Emmaus (11) 1-0, Cumberland Valley (3) 0-0-0, Delaware Valley (2) 1-0, Downingtown East (1) 1-0. Class 5A Rec Pvs 1. Archbishop Wood (12) 1-0 1 2. Harrisburg (3) 1-0 2 3. McKeesport (7) 0-0 3 4. Gateway (7) 1-0 4 5. Springﬁeld-Delco (1) 1-0 5 6. West Allegheny (7) 0-0 6 7. Whitehall (11) 1-0 7 8. Southern Lehigh (11) 1-0 10 9. Penn-Trafford (7) 1-0 NR 10. Manheim Central (3) 0-0 NR Teams to watch: Wyoming Valley West (2) 0-1, Governor Mifflin (3) 1-0, Armstrong (7) 1-0, Meadville (10) 0-1, Upper St. Clair (7) 0-1. Class 4A Rec Pvs 1. Cathedral Prep (10) 1-0 1 2. Imhotep Charter (12) 0-1 2 3. Berks Catholic (3) 0-0 3 4. Thomas Jefferson (7) 0-0 4 5. Greater Johnstown (6) 1-0 5 6 6. Bethlehem Catholic (11) 1-0 7. Belle Vernon (7) 0-0 7 8. Selinsgrove (4) 1-0 8 9. Clearﬁeld (9) 1-0 9 10. South Fayette (7) 1-0 10 Teams to watch: Pottsgrove (1) 1-0, Bishop McDevitt (3) 1-0, Allentown C.C. (11) 0-1, New Castle (7) 0-1, Shippensburg (3) 0-0, Cardinal O’Hara (12) 1-0.

Class 3A Rec Pvs 1. Aliquippa (7) 1-0 1 2. Scranton Prep (2) 1-0 5 3. Danville (4) 1-0 7 4. Mercyhurst Prep (10) 1-0 NR 5. Middletown (3) 0-0 9 6. Palisades (11) 1-0 NR 7. Central Valley (7) 0-1 6 8. Central (6) 0-1 2 9. Karns City (9) 0-1 3 10. Hickory (10) 0-1 4 Te a m s t o w a t c h : N o r t h Schuylkill (11) 1-0, Wyomissing (3) 1-0, Sharon (10) 0-1, Loyalsock Twp. (4) 0-1, Notre DameGreen Pond (11) 0-1. Class 2A Rec Pvs 1. Southern Columbia (4) 1-0 1 2. Steel Valley (7) 0-0 2 3. Dunmore (2) 1-0 3 4. Washington (7) 0-0 4 5. Sharpsville (10) 1-0 5 6. Kane (9) 1-0 6 7. Chestnut Ridge (5) 1-0 7 8. Ligonier Valley (6) 1-0 8 9. Neumann-Goretti (12) 0-0 9 10. Clarion (9) 0-0 10 Teams to watch: Wilmington (10) 1-0, Berlin (5) 1-0, York Catholic (3) 0-0, Schuylkill Haven (11) 0-1, Neshannock (7) 1-0. Class 1A Rec Pvs 1. Bishop Guilfoyle (6) 1-0 1 2. Clairton (7) 0-0 2 3. Rochester (7) 0-0 3 4. Steel-High (3) 1-0 5 5. Williams Valley (11) 1-0 6 6. Farrell (10) 0-1 4 7. Homer-Center (6) 1-0 7 8. Portage (6) 1-0 8 9. Marian Catholic (11) 1-0 9 10. Tri-Valley (11) 1-0 10 Teams to watch: Jeannette (7) 1-0, Sto-Rox (7) 0-0, Lackawanna Trail (2) 1-0, Old Forge (2) 1-0, Rochester (7) 0-0.

division I OFFENSE Run Pass Scranton 350 176 Delaware Valley 137 255 Wallenpaupack 99 94 Abington Heights 26 25 DEFENSE Run Pass Wallenpaupack 61 58 Abington Heights 284 97 Scranton 246 155 Delaware Valley NA NA RUSHING Att Yds Rheyse Green, SCR 19 252 Ryan Obiso, DV 21 101 Ky’Ron Harbin, SCR 1 69 Nicholas Ruggieri, WAL 12 59 Joe Ingulli, WAL 12 41 R. McAndrew, SCR 8 34 Ryan Yencik, DV 4 18 Kaleb Sherman, AH 9 16 Josh Balcarcel, DV 5 9 Nick Reilly, DV 7 8 PASS (5 att) C-A-I Yds Nick Reilly, DV 15-21-0 255 R. McAndrew, SCR 8-15-1 176 T. McCormick, WAL 12-20-0 94 G. Tinsley, AH 5-12-3 25 RECEIVING Rec Yds Dylan Kelly, DV 5 60 Reggie Dickey, SCR 4 124 Ky’Ron Harbin, SCR 3 55 Ryan Yencik, DV 3 32 Adam Haupt, WAL 3 28 Aiden Maldacker, WAL 3 15 T. VanBuskirk, WAL 3 15 C.J. Anderson, DV 2 75 Joe Ingulli, WAL 2 19 John Rama, AH 2 7 Kaleb Sherman, AH 2 7 SCORING TD 2Pt XP Rheyse Green, SCR 5 0 0 Ky’Ron Harbin, SCR 3 0 0 Ryan Obiso, DV 1 0 0 Ryan Wehner, DV 1 0 0 C.J. Anderson, DV 1 0 0 Reggie Dickey, SCR 1 0 0 Akash Darjee, SCR 0 0 4 Zach Maldacker, WAL 0 0 0 KICKING XP Akash Darjee, SCR 4 Zach Maldacker, WAL 0 Noah Sorrell, DV 1

division II Total 526 392 193 51 Total 119 381 401 NA Avg. 13.3 4.8 69.0 4.9 3.4 4.3 4.5 1.8 1.8 1.1 TD 1 2 0 0 Avg. 12.0 31.0 18.3 10.7 9.3 5.0 5.0 37.5 9.5 3.5 3.5 FG 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 FG 0 1 0

Avg. 526.0 392.0 193.0 51.0 Avg. 119.0 381.0 401.0 NA TD 4 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Rate 189.1 182.6 99.5 9.2 TD 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 Pts. 30 18 6 6 6 6 4 3 Pts. 4 3 1

lackawanna football conference standings Division I Div Overall Points W L W L PF PA Delaware Valley 0 0 1 0 19 14 Scranton 0 0 1 0 58 48 Abington Heights 0 0 0 1 0 50 Wallenpaupack 0 0 0 1 3 7 Division II W L W L PF PA Honesdale 0 0 1 0 38 8 North Pocono 0 0 1 0 42 19 Scranton Prep 0 0 1 0 50 0 Valley View 0 0 1 0 63 14 Western Wayne 0 0 1 0 35 0 West Scranton 0 0 0 1 18 28 Division III W L W L PF PA Lackawanna Trail 1 0 1 0 25 21 Susquehanna 1 0 1 0 32 18 Dunmore 0 0 1 0 28 18 Old Forge 0 0 1 0 44 0

Carbondale Area 0 0 0 1 0 35 Holy Cross 0 0 0 1 0 44 Lakeland 0 0 0 1 14 63 Riverside 0 0 0 1 19 42 Mid Valley 0 1 0 1 21 25 Montrose 0 1 0 1 18 32 WEEK 1 Lackawanna Trail 25, Mid Valley 21 Susquehanna 32, Montrose 18 Delaware Valley 19, Central, Fla. 14 Scranton 58, Wyoming Valley West 48 Wyoming Area 7, Wallenpaupack 3 Dunmore 28, West Scranton 18 Valley View 63, Lakeland 14 North Pocono 42, Riverside 19 Western Wayne 35, Carbondale Area 0 Honesdale 38, GAR 8 Scranton Prep 50, Abington Heights 0 Old Forge 44, Hanover Area 0 Holy Redeemer 44, Holy Cross 0

Wyoming Valley Conference Berwick 24, Hazleton Area 10 Williamsport 34, Central Mountain 7 Crestwood 34, Pittston Area 15 Nanicoke 33, Tunkhannock 21 Dallas 54, Coughlin 7 North Penn-Mansﬁeld 14, Northwest 10 Lake-Lehman 30, Meyers 23 WEEK 2 Riverside at Mid Valley Old Forge at Carbondale Area Dunmore at Lackawanna Trail Scranton at Honesdale Delaware Valley at Valley View Abington Heights at North Pocono Wallenpaupack at West Scranton GAR at Western Wayne Susquehanna at Holy Redeemer Meyers at Montrose Lakeland at Holy Cross Coughlin at Scranton Prep

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OFFENSE Run Pass Total Valley View 383 22 405 Scranton Prep 284 97 381 Western Wayne 210 166 376 Honesdale 297 49 346 West Scranton 184 126 310 North Pocono 155 131 286 DEFENSE Run Pass Total Scranton Prep 26 25 51 Honesdale 0 115 115 Western Wayne 90 34 124 North Pocono 111 50 161 Valley View 143 77 220 West Scranton 248 72 320 RUSHING Att Yds Avg. Matt Gilmartin, SP 23 140 6.1 Seth Vernon, VV 5 138 27.6 Andy Carroll, HON 18 128 7.1 Kevin Williams, WS 22 117 5.3 Beau Freiermuth, HON 13 115 8.8 JC Gaughan, NP 8 112 14.0 Kobe Sauter, WW 11 91 8.3 Ryan Cosgrove, SP 4 61 15.3 Traon Jones, VV 7 53 7.6 Mason Kordish, VV 4 47 11.8 Cole Fuller, WW 6 47 7.8 Garyn Barnes, HON 11 47 4.3 PASS (5 att) C-A-I Yds TD Donny Blaine, NP 5-5-0 131 1 Nick Gioia, WS 5-8-0 110 1 Matt Valanda, WW 9-12-0 166 1 Leo O’Boyle, SP 5-8-0 97 0 Ethan Dunn, HON 4-8-0 49 0 Jake Ciullo, WS 2-7-0 16 0 RECEIVING Rec Yds Avg. Dylan Walck, WW 5 72 14.4 Shayne Merriﬁeld, WS 4 105 26.3 Dale Moore, NP 4 76 19.0 Justin LoBasso, HON 3 31 10.3 Mason Derek, WW 2 40 20.0 Zakeem Vassel, WS 2 17 8.5 SCORING TD 2Pt XP FG Matt Gilmartin, SP 5 0 0 0 JC Gaughan, NP 4 0 0 0 Andy Carroll, HON 2 0 0 0 Traon Jones, VV 2 0 0 0 Matt Cesarini, VV 0 0 9 0 Robbie Campen, HON 0 0 5 1 Garyn Barnes, HON 1 0 0 0 Beau Freiermuth, HON 1 0 0 0 Ethan Dunn, HON 1 0 0 0 Brayden McAllister, SP 1 0 0 0 Seth Vernon, VV 1 0 0 0 Chase Combs, VV 1 0 0 0 Mason Kordish, VV 1 0 0 0 Janaasah Boone, VV 1 0 0 0 Ben Worrell, SP 1 0 0 0 Sam Pittsman, VV 1 0 0 0 Chandler Fuller, VV 1 0 0 0 Zack Manchak, VV 1 0 0 0 Shayne Merriﬁeld, WS 1 0 0 0 Nick Gioia, WS 1 0 0 0 Danny Boots, WW 1 0 0 0 Kobe Sauter, WW 1 0 0 0 Dylan Walck, WW 1 0 0 0 B. Burkhardt, WW 1 0 0 0 Cole Fuller, WW 1 0 0 0 Daniel Walsh, NP 1 0 0 0 Kevin Williams, WS 1 0 0 0 Joe Ianni, NP 1 0 0 0 Tyler Reilly, NP 0 0 6 0 KICKING XP FG Matt Cesarini, VV 9 0 Robbie Campen, HON 5 1 Tyler Reilly, NP 6 0 Jake Shepherd, WW 5 0 Alec Buttner, SP 5 0

division III Avg. 405.0 381.0 376.0 346.0 310.0 286.0 Avg. 51.0 115.0 124.0 161.0 220.0 320.0 TD 5 1 2 1 1 4 1 0 2 1 1 1 Rate 386.1 219.3 218.7 164.3 101.5 47.8 TD 1 1 0 0 0 0 Pts. 30 24 12 12 9 8 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 Pts. 9 8 6 5 5

OFFENSE Run Pass Total Mid Valley 312 88 400 Dunmore 248 72 320 Old Forge 160 119 279 Lackawanna Trail 151 101 252 Susquehanna 72 163 235 Lakeland 143 77 220 Riverside 111 50 161 Montrose 91 68 159 Carbondale Area 90 34 124 Holy Cross 43 13 56 DEFENSE Run Pass Total Old Forge 39 67 106 Susquehanna 91 68 159 Montrose 72 163 235 Mid Valley 151 101 252 Riverside 155 131 286 Holy Cross 141 162 303 Dunmore 184 126 310 Carbondale Area 210 166 376 Lackawanna Trail 312 88 400 Lakeland 383 22 405 RUSHING Att Yds Avg. Joe Chylak, MV 22 219 10.0 Cristian Buckley, DUN 22 112 5.1 Chase Briskie, RIV 16 95 5.9 Giovanni Spataro, LAK 13 92 7.1 Brendan Mozeleski, OF 12 90 7.5 Colin Hazelton, MV 17 89 5.2 Kevin Pepsin, OF 7 68 9.7 Frank Damiano, DUN 7 67 9.6 Jason Kopf, HC 11 63 5.7 Billy Donvito, DUN 13 55 4.2 PASS (5 att) C-A-I Yds TD M. Tims, MON 2-5-1 68 2 C.J. Stone, SUS 7-11-2 163 1 D. Lucarelli, OF 7-14-0 119 2 Nathan Rolka, LT 5-8-0 101 0 Zach Cianﬂone, MV 4-7-0 88 0 Gavin Darcy, DUN 5-10-1 72 1 Nico Piraino, LAK 2-7-2 77 1 J. Tolerico, CAR 4-12-0 34 0 J. Wiercinski, HC 4-7-1 13 0 Brayden Thiel, RIV 2-9-0 12 0 RECEIVING Rec Yds Avg. Chris Matsko, OF 4 28 7.0 Zac Cost, LT 3 49 16.3 Brett Wargo, OF 2 86 43.0 Sam Cosmello, SUS 2 51 25.5 Zachary Rebar, MV 2 51 25.5 Noah Zippittelli, RIV 2 45 22.5 Mason Deakin, SUS 2 39 19.5 Steve Borgia, DUN 2 29 14.5 Nate Fangio, DUN 2 22 11.0 Dan Dougherty, HC 2 14 7.0 Dylan Ormes, CAR 2 10 5.0 SCORING TD 2Pt XP FG Nathan Rolka, LT 3 0 1 0 Kevin Pepsin, OF 3 0 0 0 Sam Cosmello, SUS 3 0 0 0 Joe Chylak, MV 2 0 0 0 Brett Wargo, OF 2 0 0 0 Anthony Rios, OF 2 0 0 0 Gavin Darcy, DUN 2 0 0 0 Mason Deakin, SUS 1 0 2 0 KICKING XP FG Mark Rinaldi, DUN 4 0 Larry Risner, MV 3 0 Brendan Mozeleski, OF 2 0 Mason Deakin, SUS 2 0 Ryan Semyon, RIV 1 0 Nathan Rolka, LT 1 0

Avg. 400.0 320.0 279.0 252.0 235.0 220.0 161.0 159.0 124.0 56.0 Avg. 106.0 159.0 235.0 252.0 286.0 303.0 310.0 376.0 400.0 405.0 TD 2 0 0 1 0 1 2 0 0 0 Rate 246.2 181.7 168.5 168.6 162.7 123.5 111.0 57.1 44.2 33.4 TD 0 0 2 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 Pts. 19 18 18 12 12 12 12 8 Pts. 4 3 2 2 1 1

team SCHEDULES All games 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted

abington heights

carbondale area

delaware valley

dunmore

holy cross

Scranton Prep L, 50-0 Tonight at North Pocono S9 West Scranton, 1 S15 at Hazleton Area S22 at Valley View S30 Pittston Area, 1 O6 at Wyoming Valley West O13 at Wallenpaupack O21 Scranton, 1 O28 Delaware Valley, 1

at Western Wayne L, 35-0 Tonight Old Forge S8 Mid Valley S15 at Lakeland S23 at Susquehanna, 1 S29 Lackawanna Trail O6 Holy Cross O13 at Montrose O20 at Dunmore O27 Riverside

at Central (Fla.) W, 19-14 Tonight at Valley View S8 at Wyo. Valley West S15 West Scranton S22 North Pocono S30 Hazleton Area, 3:30 O6 at Williamsport O13 at Scranton O20 Wallenpaupack O28 at Abington Hts., 1

West Scranton W, 28-18 Tonight at Lackawanna Trail S8 Lakeland S15 at Riverside S22 Holy Cross S29 at Montrose O6 Susquehanna O13 at Mid Valley O20 Carbondale Area O27 at Old Forge

at Holy Redeemer L, 44-0 Saturday Lakeland, 1 S9 Lackawanna Trail, 1 S16 Montrose, 1 S22 at Dunmore S30 Mid Valley, 1 O6 at Carbondale Area O14 Riverside, 1 O20 at Old Forge O28 at Susquehanna, 1

honesdale

lakeland

lackawanna trail

mid valley

montrose

at Lackawanna Trail L, 25-21 Tonight Riverside S8 at Carbondale Area S15 at Hanover Area S22 Old Forge S30 at Holy Cross, 1 O6 Montrose O13 Dunmore O20 Susquehanna O27 at Lakeland

at Susquehanna L, 32-18 Tonight Meyers S8 at Old Forge S16 at Holy Cross, 1 S22 Riverside S29 Dunmore O6 at Mid Valley O13 Carbondale Area O20 Lakeland O27 at Lackawanna Trail

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GAR Tonight S8 S15 S22 S29 O6 O13 O20 O27

W, 38-8 Scranton at Tunkhannock Wallenpaupack at Coughlin at Western Wayne Scranton Prep West Scranton at North Pocono at Valley View

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Valley View L, 63-14 Saturday at Holy Cross, 1 S8 at Dunmore S15 Carbondale Area S22 at Lackawanna Trail S29 at Susquehanna O6 Riverside O14 vs. Old Forge, at PNC Field O20 at Montrose O27 Mid Valley

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Mid Valley Tonight S9 S15 S22 S29 O6 O13 O20 O27

W, 25-21 Dunmore at Holy Cross, 1 at Northwest Area Lakeland at Carbondale Area at Old Forge Susquehanna at Riverside Montrose

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north pocono

old forge

riverside

scranton

scranton prep

at Riverside W, 42-19 Tonight Abington Heights S8 Wallenpaupack S15 at Scranton S22 at Delaware Valley S29 West Scranton O6 Western Wayne O13 at Valley View O20 Honesdale O28 at Scranton Prep, 2:30

Hanover Area W, 44-0 Tonight at Carbondale Area S8 Montrose S16 at Susquehanna S22 at Mid Valley S29 at Riverside O6 Lackawanna Trail O14 vs. Lakeland, at PNC Field O20 Holy Cross O27 Dunmore

North Pocono L, 42-19 Tonight at Mid Valley S8 Susquehanna S15 Dunmore S22 at Montrose S29 Old Forge O6 at Lakeland O14 at Holy Cross, 1 O20 Lackawanna Trail O27 at Carbondale Area

Wyoming Valley West W, 58-48 Tonight at Honesdale S8 Valley View S15 North Pocono S22 at West Scranton S29 Williamsport O6 at Hazleton Area O13 Delaware Valley O21 at Abington Hts., 1 O27 at Wallenpaupack

at Abington Heights W, 50-0 Saturday Coughlin, 1:30 S8 at Lake-Lehman S15 at Dallas S23 Wyoming Area, 1:30 S30 Valley View, 1:30 O6 at Honesdale O13 at Western Wayne O20 at West Scranton O28 North Pocono, 2:30

susquehanna

valley view

wallenpaupack

western wayne

west scranton

Montrose W, 32-18 Saturday at Holy Redeemer, 2 S8 at Riverside S16 Old Forge, 1 S23 Carbondale Area, 1 S29 Lakeland, 1 O6 at Dunmore O13 at Lackawanna Trail O20 at Mid Valley O28 Holy Cross, 1

at Lakeland W, 63-14 Tonight Delaware Valley S8 at Scranton S15 Pittston Area S22 Abington Heights S30 at Scr. Prep, 1:30 O6 vs. W. Scranton, at PNC Field O13 North Pocono O20 at Western Wayne O27 Honesdale

Wyoming Area L, 7-3 Tonight at West Scranton S8 at North Pocono S15 at Honesdale S22 Hazleton Area S29 Wyo. Valley West O6 at Dallas O13 Abington Heights O20 at Delaware Valley O27 Scranton

Carbondale Area W, 35-0 Tonight GAR S8 at Northwest Area S15 Holy Redeemer S22 at Tunkhannock S29 Honesdale O6 at North Pocono O13 Scranton Prep O20 Valley View O27 at West Scranton

at Dunmore L, 28-18 Tonight Wallenpaupack S9 at Abington Heights, 1 S15 at Delaware Valley S22 Scranton S29 at North Pocono O6 vs. Valley View, at PNC Field O13 at Honesdale O20 Scranton Prep O27 Western Wayne

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